Toshiba Tecra A8-EZ8512 User Guide - Page 74

74 Getting Started Turning off the computer Sleep mode The Sleep command places the computer into a power-saving mode. Sleep saves the current state of the computer in system memory (RAM) so that, when you restart the computer, you can continue working from where you left off. NOTE After your computer sleeps for an extended period of time, the Windows® operating system may save any open documents and programs to your hard disk, and then shuts down the computer. Factors to consider when choosing Standby: ❖ While in Sleep mode, the computer uses some main battery power. ❖ The Sleep command does not store unsaved information on your hard disk. You should save your work before putting your computer on Sleep. ❖ Restarting from Sleep takes less time and consumes less main battery power than restarting from turning off the computer or using Hibernation mode. ❖ When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode in which you left it, including all open programs and files you were using. If you power down using the Sleep command and the main battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. For information on using Sleep, see "Using and configuring Sleep mode" on page 79.