User Guide

Introduction to BIOS 3-15
2. Use arrow keys to go to the item you want to configure. To change the
settings, use "PgUP", "PgDn", "+" and "-".
3. After you have configured the Power Management feature, press “Esc” to go
back to the Main Menu.
We are now going to briefly explain the options in this menu:
Power Management:
Four options:
ä User Define
User Define defines the delay for accessing the power modes.
ä Min Saving
When the three saving modes are enabled, the system is set up for
minimum power savings.
Doze = 1 hour
Standby = 1 hour
Suspend = 1 hour
ä Max Saving
When the three saving modes are enabled, the system is set up for
maximum power savings.
Doze = 1 minute
Standby = 1 minute
Suspend = 1 minute
PM Control by APM:
Power Management is completely controlled by the APM.
APM stands for Advanced Power Management, it is a power management
standard set by Microsoft, Intel and other major manufacturers.
Modem Use IRQ:
If you use a modem, enter which IRQ it is using so that the APM can control it .
Video Off Option:
Select the saving mode in which the video is switched off.
ä Always On
The video will never be switched off in no saving mode.
ä All Modes Off
The video will be switched off in all saving modes.