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Customizing Your VAIO Computer
Using Hibernate Mode
In Hibernate mode, the state of the system is saved on the hard disk drive and power is turned off. Even when the battery
runs down, no data will be lost. The power indicator light is off in this mode.
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If you do not use your computer for a long period of time, place the computer into Hibernate mode. This power saving mode saves you the time of
shutting down or resuming.
To activate Hibernate mode
Press the Fn+F12 keys.
The computer enters Hibernate mode.
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When your computer is in Hibernate mode, you cannot insert a disc.
Hibernate mode requires more time than Sleep mode to be activated.
Hibernate mode uses less power than Sleep mode.
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Do not move your computer before its power indicator light turns off.
Alternatively, you can click Start, the arrow next to the Lock button, and Hibernate to place the computer to Hibernate mode.
