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Computer Power and Power Management 5-1
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chapter
5
C
OMPUTER
P
OWER AND
P
OWER
M
ANAGEMENT
IMPORTANT:
If you are running Windows 98, several power
conservation features described in this chapter will be disabled.
For more information on power conservation under Windows 98,
refer to the section "Using ACPI Power Control" in this chapter.
Leaving On the Computer
When the computer is left on for extended periods, such as
overnight, you may want to initiate Suspend to conserve power.
The computer should be left in Suspend when it will be
unattended and operating only on battery power. With a fully
charged battery pack, the computer can be left in Suspend for up
to several days, depending on your hardware configuration.
Turning Off the Computer
CAUTION:
In Windows, use Shut Down to exit the operating system
and turn off the computer. Failure to properly exit can result in lost
data or corrupted files.
If you are working in DOS or if you experience a severe system
crash, you can use the power switch to turn off the computer, or
press
Ctrl+ALT+Delete
if either the keyboard or the system is
locked up.
If you plan to store the computer for an extended period, such as
two weeks, you should turn off the computer and remove the
battery pack. This reduces the battery pack's discharge rate and
extends its life.