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There are several potential causes for Windows 98 Power Saving / Standby mode not functioning, such as: # Not enabled. # Third-party applications. # Screen Savers. # Power Management Enabled / Disabled in CMOS. # Corrupt APM (Advanced Power Management) drivers. # Hardware components preventing Power Saving / Standby from working. Solutions: Verify Power Management is enabled Click Start / Settings / Control panel / double-click the Power Management Icon, verify that the Power schemes is Always on and specify the time that you want power Management for the monitor and hard disk drive to activate. Remove all third-party applications running in the background Follow CHTSR steps for removing all software running in the background. Once third-party programs are removed from the background, verify if the Power Saving / Standby feature still exists. If the issue has been resolved it's a good possibility that a program that was running in the background such as a virus protection utility is causing the computer from going into Power Saving / Standby mode. Screen Savers Attempt to disable all screen savers; screen savers such as 3D Flower Box, 3D Flying Objects, 3D Maze and 3D Text can cause the computer from going into Power Saving / standby mode. Power Management Enabled / Disabled in CMOS Generally, computers have the capability of having the computer hardware (BIOS) control power management and/or Windows control power management. Check your computer CMOS to verify if Power Management is enabled within CMOS. If enabled and the computer is not going into Power Saving / Standby mode, attempt to disable Power Management in CMOS and follow the below steps for reinstalling the APM drivers in Windows. Additional information about how to get into the BIOS / CMOS setup can be found on document CH000192. Corrupt APM (Advanced Power Management) drivers Click Start / Settings / Control Panel / double-click the Systems icon / click the Device Manager tab / click the + next to System. If the first device is not Advanced Power Management support, skip to the next paragraph. If Advanced Power Management support is present, highlight and click the Remove button to remove it from Device Manager. Once removed, reboot the computer and let it reinstall and try power management again. If Advanced Power Management was not listed in Device Manager or once removed was not reinstalled after rebooting the computer, click Start / Settings / Control Panel / double-click on Add new hardware, and let Windows detect and install new hardware (should detect and install Advanced Power Management support). If Windows does not detect Advanced Power Management support, verify in CMOS that Power Management is Enabled. Hardware components preventing Power Saving / Standby from working Some hardware devices such as USB devices can cause the computer to not go into Power Saving / Standby mode. If you have recently installed new hardware, it is recommended that you temporarily remove it to verify it is not causing the issue of going into Power Saving / Standby mode.
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How much electrcity can you save by using Standby instead of shutting your computer off at night?
You don't save money when TV/Laptop, PC is on Standby both when it is turned on or Standby you save no Electricity.
Can you charge an ipod touch in a laptop?
Yes. As long as the laptop is on and running, not in standby or hibernate, your iPod Touch will charge while plugged in.
How do you fix your laptop problem after leaving it on standby for 45 days?
Charge your battery. Turn it on.
How can you access the dialog box to change the Standby timeouts for a laptop computer running Windows XP?
no!
What does standby mode on a laptop do Does it suspend applications from doing their thing e.g. would a download application be suspended in standby mode.?
Yes, it suspends everything except internal timers. If you send your laptop in the stand by mode it will suspend your downloads and everything else what is running at that monent.
How do you stop a computer from going into standby mode when the settings are already set to never standby?
You might have a laptop, if it's true just do what you did for both battery and power adapter source of energy.
Would the hard drive be damaged if a laptop falls during standby?
No, the hard drive is most likely not damaged. Source: Experience
Is standby mode a more cost-effective option compared to regular usage?
Standby mode is generally more cost-effective than regular usage because it consumes less power. By putting devices in standby mode when not in use, you can save on electricity costs in the long run.
Extend the Life of Your Laptop Battery?
Many laptop owners are not aware that hibernate and standby mode are not the same. Instead of using the standby feature, more battery is saved when hibernate is selected. Hibernate shuts down the computer, but it also saves the current state of the computer. Battery life is extended, while all your work is put in limbo.
Where can a user change the idle time after which laptop will switch to standby mode?
control panel >> power options
Why won't my laptop go on standby when i close the lid It just sits there with a window saying it's Preparing to Standby but never does It locks up then must unplugtake the battery out to reset?
Mine does that too...drives me insane. If anyone has an answer, please post it. Rather than unplugging it and removing the battery, hold down the power button for 10 seconds and the laptop will shut down.
Why won't your ipod load when you reboot it?
you have to plug it in to your laptop or computer then it will open itunes click on ipod then hold standby and home button then it should work
