User's Manual

your computer either turn off completely, or reduce power consumption to a minimum. In a Suspend to RAM, your

computer remains active but with the minimum possible power consumption. Return the computer to full power by

ressing any key. A fully-charged battery can maintain a Suspend to RAM for many hours.

Suspend to Disk (Hibernate)

Suspend to Disk (Hibernate) is similar to turning off the computer, except that the current state of the computer is

copied to the hard disk as a special file. When the computer returns from suspend mode, the desktop appears with

the same files and programs open as when the computer was suspended. Suspend to Disk (Hibernate) is very useful

when you do not want to take the time to shut down all open programs one by one to shut off the computer, only to

have to open the same programs and files the next time you use the computer. This mode is also called hibernation

mode.

Initiating Suspend Mode

There are three ways to initiate suspend mode. The settings can be adjusted in the Power Saver utility:

The computer may automatically enter suspend mode when not used for a set period of time

Selecting the Standby button in the Shut Down Windows dialog box

Pressing the power button will cause the computer to hibernate by default

Power Button Settings

The function of the

Power Button

can be set to Shut down, Stand by or Hibernate in the Power Saver utility.

However, holding the

Power Button

down for more than four seconds will force a power off while operating under

any situation, resulting in the loss of any unsaved information.

When to Replace the Battery

Over time, the battery’s capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace your battery if it no longer

rovides 70% of its original rated capacity.

WARNING

There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's

instructions.

Heat Considerations

The computer’s processor has been specially designed to consume as little power as possible. However, working in a

hot environment, or working for long periods may raise the temperature. Your computer takes the following steps to

lower temperature:

1. The cooling fan turns on. You may hear the fan and feel air coming from a vent on the left side of the

computer when this happens.

2. If the temperature continues to rise, Processor activity is reduced. You may notice a slight loss of performance

when this happens.

3. To prevent damage, if the computer gets too hot, the processor stops and the computer shuts down.

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