Sony PCV-MXS10 - Manual (Page 23)

To Use the System Hibernate Mode
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To Use the System Hibernate Mode
System hibernate mode enables your computer to store everything in its memory
to the hard disk drive before shutting down. When you bring the system out of
hibernation mode, it returns to the previous state.
Setting the computer to enter Hibernate mode
You can set your computer to automatically enter hibernate mode after a certain
time period, by following these steps:
1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, click Control Panel, then select the
category, Performance and Maintenance.
The Performance and Maintenance dialog box appears.
2 Click the Power Options Control Panel icon.
The Power Options Properties dialog box appears.
3 In the section, Settings for Home/Office Desk (default Power scheme), select
the Power Schemes tab.
4 Click the System hibernate drop-down list and select the period of inactivity
before your computer goes into hibernate mode.
5 Select the Hibernate tab and verify that Hibernate is enabled with a check
mark in the Enable hibernation check box.
6 Click Apply and then click OK.
Your computer is set to go into hibernation mode automatically, according to
your settings.