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Getting Started
Turning off the computer
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Since information is being retrieved from the hard disk rather
than from memory, restarting from Hibernation takes a little
more time and consumes more main battery power to start up
than when restarting from Standby.
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When starting up again, the computer returns to the state in
which you left it, including all open programs and files you
were using.
For information on how to use and configure Hibernation mode see
“Using and configuring Hibernation mode” on page 77
Standby mode
The Standby command places the computer into a power-saving
mode. Standby holds the current state of the computer in system
memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can
continue working from where you left off.
Factors to consider when choosing Standby:
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While in Standby mode, the computer uses some main battery
power.
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The Standby command does not store unsaved information on
your hard disk. You should save your work before putting your
computer on Standby.
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Restarting from Standby takes less time and consumes less
main battery power than restarting from turning off the
computer or using Hibernation mode.
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When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in
which you left it, including all open programs and files you
were using.
If you power down using the Standby command and the main battery
discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to
save your work first.
For information on using Standby, see
