IBM 560x User Guide
Using Power Management
Considerations for Hibernation Mode
Consider the following before using hibernation mode:
Do not run any tasks while the hibernation file is being created.
Create the hibernation file only on the hard disk drive installed in
the computer. The hibernation file is hidden and cannot be
accessed.
accessed.
The computer uses battery power to enter hibernation mode.
Therefore, it reserves some battery power when it is set to enter
hibernation mode when a low-battery condition occurs. This can
cause the battery operating time to be shorter than the time
publicly stated.
hibernation mode when a low-battery condition occurs. This can
cause the battery operating time to be shorter than the time
publicly stated.
Do not add or remove memory during hibernation mode. If you
do, the computer resumes from hibernation mode without
recognizing the changed memory size. To ensure that the
computer recognizes the correct memory size, shut down; then
restart your operating system.
recognizing the changed memory size. To ensure that the
computer recognizes the correct memory size, shut down; then
restart your operating system.
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