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Standby/Hibernation Functions
Precautions
Before entering the standby or hibernation mode
Be sure to save all data.
When a file in an external device such as a CD drive, external hard disk, or ATA
card is opened, close the file.
Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does
not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.
If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation
mode, use the Windows password as follows:
Windows 2000
1
Set the password in [Control Panel] - [Users and Passwords].
2
Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer goes off standby]
in [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
Windows XP
1
Select the account to change in [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].
2
Set the password.
3
Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from
standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]
- [Advanced].
Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode under the following condi-
tions. You may corrupt your data or file, the standby or hibernation function may
not work, or the computer (or peripherals) may fail to work properly.
• When the floppy disk drive indicator (
), hard disk drive indicator (
), CD drive
indicator (
) or access lamp on the CD drive is on (
page 6
).
• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files).
• When using the communications software and the network function.
• When using LAN port (cards), SCSI cards and modem port (cards) etc. (If these
cards fail to work properly, restart the computer.)
When entering the standby or hibernation mode
Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green
Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off
Avoid the following:
• Using the keyboard, touch pad, or power switch.
• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
In standby or hibernation mode
Do not insert or remove peripherals; abnormal operation may result.
In standby mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards are inserted, more of that
power is consumed. When all power has been consumed, all data saved at standby
is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore recommend plugging in the AC
adaptor when using the standby function.
