Frequently asked questions – Sony PCG-R505GL User Manual

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Frequently asked questions

Can my computer enter Hibernate mode while using battery power?

Some software programs and peripheral devices prevent the system from
activating Hibernate mode when the battery is low or the computer is running on
AC power. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your
data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as
Standby or Hibernate. See “Using power saving modes” for more information.

When should I replace the battery?

If, after fully charging the battery, the battery power is still low, the battery may
be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced.

Why is the battery warm?

While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery heats up. This is
normal and is not cause for concern.

LCD Standby
Timer

Controls the time it takes the system to switch the LCD to
Standby mode when the system is idle. This setting only turns
off power to the LCD. The system itself still functions on full
power.

HDD Standby
Timer

Controls the time it takes the system to switch the hard disk
drive to Standby mode when the system is idle. This setting only
turns off power to the hard disk drive.

i.LINK Port

Controls the power supply to the i.LINK® port. You can disable
power to the i.LINK port to conserve power.

Memory Stick
Port Power-
saving

Controls the power supply to the Memory Stick® slot. You can
disable power to the Memory Stick slot to conserve power.

* Slows the processor speed.

Power profile

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