9Function Where data is saved to Time until Requires power supplyrecoveryStandby Memory Short Yes (if power is cut, all data is lost)functionHibernation Hard disk Rather long Power is not required to maintain datafunctionStandby/Hibernation FunctionsStarting Up Your Computer QuicklyWe recommend plugging in the AC adaptor if the standby function is to beused for a long period of time. If the AC adaptor cannot be connected, werecommend that hibernation mode be used instead of the standby mode.If the standby or hibernation function is used repeatedly, the computer maynot work properly. To stabilize computer operations, we recommend shuttingdown Windows on a regular basis (about once a week) without using thestandby or hibernation function.NOTEUse any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode.To use the hibernation mode, make the setting below in advance. (Enabled in factorypreset.)Fn key combinations ( page 4)Using the power switch ( page 11)From the shut down screen:• StandbyWindows 2000 : In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by].Windows XP : In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By].• HibernationWindows 2000 : In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Hibernate].Windows XP : In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift , thenselect [Hibernate].Entering the Standby or Hibernation modeSetting for using the hibernation modeWindows 20001 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options].2 In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernate support] and select [OK].Windows XP1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Op-tions].2 In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernation] and select [OK].(To next page)Differences between the standby and hibernation functionsIf you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down yourcomputer, you can do so by using either the standby or hibernation function.