Toshiba M40 User Guide

User’s Manual

3-8

Getting Started

The hibernation feature provides the following benefits:

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Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts 

down because of a low battery.

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You can return to your previous working environment immediately when 

you turn on the computer.

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Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives 

no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System 

hibernate feature.

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You can use the panel power off feature.

Starting Hibernation

To enter Hibernation mode, follow the steps below.

1. Click Start.
2. Select Turn Off Computer.
3. Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box. 

 is not displayed.

4. Press the Shift key. The 

 item will change to 

.

5. Select Hibernate.

Automatic Hibernation

The computer will enter Hibernate mode automatically when you press the 

power button or close the lid. First, however, make the appropriate settings 

according to the steps below.
1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Open Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options.
3. Select the Hibernate window in the Power Options Properties, select the 

Enable hibernation check box and click the Apply button.

4. Open TOSHIBA Power Saver.
5. Select the Setup Action window.
6. Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I slide the power button 

and When I close the lid.

7. Click the OK button.