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S t y l i s t i c L T P - 6 0 0 P e n T a b l e t - C h a p t e r T w o
• Power icon is not displayed: Save-to-Disk mode
In this mode, active data is stored on the hard disk drive and power usage is reduced to the
same level used in the Off state. When the system is in Save-to-Disk mode, the Battery
Gauge icon is not visible in the Status display. In this mode, there is no danger of losing data
if battery power is lost.
If you have successfully performed this procedure, system operation is now suspended. Refer to
"Resuming System Operation" later in this chapter to resume system operation. Also, note the
following with regard to suspending system operation:
C A U T I O N S
• If the battery goes dead while the system is in Suspend-to-RAM
mode, data loss could occur. If the system will be in Suspend-to-
RAM mode for an extended period of time, be sure to have a fully
charged battery installed.
• The system is supported by a bridge battery for approximately five
minutes while the main battery is being replaced. Be sure to replace
the main battery quickly or use the AC Adapter when replacing the
battery.
• You can remove the battery pack while the system is in Suspend-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk modes
in order to install a charged battery pack. To prevent losing unsaved data, wait until system
operation has suspended before you remove the battery pack.
• Your system may be configured to suspend operation automatically after a period of inactivity.
• Your system may be configured to enter Save-to-Disk mode automatically after a period of time
in Suspend-to-RAM mode.
• The system uses a small amount of battery power when in Suspend-to-RAM mode. Eventually,
the battery will become fully discharged.
Note:
If you will not be using the system for an extended period of time, shut down the system rather
than using Suspend-to-RAM mode.
• If the battery pack charge drops to a Low-Battery Warning level while the system is running, the
system will beep periodically. If this occurs, suspend system operation, shut down the system, or
attach an external power source, such as the AC adapter, to the pen tablet.
• If the battery charge drops to a Critically Low level while the system is running, the system is
forced into a pre-selected mode (Suspend-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk). If this occurs, you must
either install a charged battery pack, or connect an appropriate external power source such as the
AC adapter before you can resume system operation. (If the battery charge drops to a Critically
Low level while the system is in Suspend-to-RAM mode, the system stays in Suspend-to-RAM
mode until power is restored or totally dissipated.)
• Suspending system operation interrupts data communications; therefore, some programs may
block the system from suspending to prevent an interruption.
• The suspend action of the Suspend/Resume button may be disabled to prevent accidental
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