Default power settings
Task
Allow the system
to initiate
hibernation (with
hibernation
enabled).
Restore from
user-initiated or
system-initiated
hibernation.
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If the system initiated hibernation because of a critical low-battery condition,
connect external power or insert a charged battery pack before you press the
power button.
4–6
Procedure
No action required. If the
computer is running on battery
power, the system initiates
hibernation
■ After 30 minutes of computer
inactivity.
■ When the battery pack(s)
reach a critical low-battery
condition.
✎
Power settings and
timeouts can be changed
using Power Options in
Windows Control Panel.
Press the power button.
Result
■ The power lights are
turned off.
■ The screen clears.
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■ The power lights are
turned on.
■ Your work returns to
the screen.
Power