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Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-13
Windows 2000 Power Schemes
Use the Power Schemes options to define the appropriate Power scheme for your
system, and to set timeouts for standby, LCD panel, and hard disk. Define parameters
for your system when running under AC (plugged in) or DC (running on batteries)
power.
Power Schemes
Parameter Default Setting Alternate Setting(s)
Power Schemes Portable/Laptop Home/Office Desk,
Presentation, Always On,
Minimal Power
Management, Max.
Battery
Turn off monitor
(Plugged in)
After 15 Minutes 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25,
30, 45 minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4,
5 hours; Never
Turn off monitor
(Running on batteries)
After 5 Minutes 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25,
30, 45 minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4,
5 hours; Never
Turn off hard disks
(Plugged in)
After 30 Minutes 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45
minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
hours; Never
Turn off hard disks
(Running on batteries)
After 5 Minutes 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45
minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
hours; Never
System standby
(Plugged in)
After 20 Minutes 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25,
30, 45 minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4,
5 hours; Never
System standby
(Running on batteries)
After 5 Minutes 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25,
30, 45 minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4,
5 hours; Never
System hibernates
(Plugged in and running
on batteries)
After 1 Hour 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45
minutes; 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
hours; Never
! Power Schemes — Defines the most appropriate power scheme for your computer.
! Turn off monitor — Selects the time delay before your LCD panel turns off.
! Turn off hard disks — Selects the time delay before your hard disk(s) power down.