Compaq 310400-001 Compaq Armada 3500 Series Reference Guide - Page 50

If you use the computer frequently and want "instant-on" convenience, you do not have to turn off the computer. Simply initiate Suspend when the computer is not in use. With a fully charged battery pack, the computer can be left in Suspend up to several days, depending on your hardware configuration. If you want to charge a battery pack while you are not using the computer, connect the computer to external power and turn it off. Although the battery pack will charge whether the computer is turned on or off, it takes more than twice as long to charge it with the computer on. When external power is not available and battery power is low, initiate Hibernation by pressing Fn+Suspend buttons, or complete the following steps: 1. Save your information. 2. Exit your applications. 3. Turn off the computer using Windows Shut Down (if you are in Windows) or by using the power switch (if you are in DOS) until external power or a fully charged battery pack is available. Restarting the Computer There are several methods to restart the computer, depending on the power state: From Hibernation Slide the power switch. From Suspend Press the suspend button. From Windows Click Shut Down from the Start menu, then click Restart the Computer. 5-2 Computer Power and Power Management Writer: Lorise Fazio Saved by: Johnnie Abercrombie Saved date: 12/08/98 4:05 PM Part Number: 310296-002 File name: Ch05.doc