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HP Notebook PCs - Managing Power Options (Windows 10)

This document is for HP and Compaq notebook computers with Windows 10.

Change how the computer uses power when plugged in or using the battery, learn about shut down options, and change sleep settings.

Change power plans to meet performance needs

Power plans are a collection of hardware and system settings that manage how your computer uses power. Select from preset power plans that use less power, maximize performance, or balance the two. You can also create custom plans according to specific performance needs.

In Windows, search for and open Control Panel.
Search for power, and then click Power Options.
Select an option under Choose or customize a power plan.
To customize the selected plan, click Change plan settings, and then select the display and sleep settings when using the battery and when plugged in.

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To set up a personalized plan, click Create a power plan from list on the left side of the main Power Options window, and then follow the on-screen instructions. The plan displays in the list of available power plans.
To change more power settings, click Change advanced power settings.
Click the plus sign next to the component or function, change the available settings, click Apply, and then click OK.
Click Save changes.

Shut down or restart the computer

Windows includes a normal shut down for faster startup times, or perform a full shut down for long term storage, component upgrades, or when diagnosing issues.

Normal shut down: Use this option under normal operating conditions. This closes open programs, logs you out, and turns the computer off. By default, fast startup mode is enabled with this option. A hibernation file is saved before shutting down so the computer starts up faster next time you turn it on.

To perform a normal shut down, click the Windows icon , click Power, and then click Shut down.
Full shut down: Use this option for long term storage or shipping, when performing hardware upgrades, when opening the BIOS Setup Utility, or to change UEFI settings and run tests.

To perform a full shut down, click the Windows icon, click Power, press and hold the Shift key, and then click Shut down.
Restart: Use this option after installing software that requires a system restart, such as new drivers, Windows updates, and virus scanning software.

To perform a reset, click the Windows icon, click Power, and then click Restart.

Use sleep mode

When the computer is not active for a period of time, sleep mode places the computer into a low power state to conserve energy. In this mode, all apps remain open for a quick startup when you return to the computer. This mode uses very little power and is recommended if you are away from the computer for a little while. You can manually enter sleep mode or set the computer to automatically sleep after a certain time of inactivity.

To manually enter sleep mode, click the Windows icon

, click Power, and then click Sleep. Continue with these steps to change when the computer automatically enters sleep mode.

In Windows, search for and open Control Panel.
Search for power, and then click Power Options.
Click Change when the computer sleeps from the list on the left side of the window.
Click the menu next to Put the computer to sleep to select a new time setting when using the battery and when plugged in, and then click Save changes.
Repeat these steps for other power plans you commonly use.

Use hibernate mode

When the computer is not active for a period of time, hibernate mode turns off the computer but leaves all apps open for a quick startup when you return to the computer. Hibernate mode uses less power than sleep mode. This mode is recommended if you plan to be away from the computer for an extended period. Add hibernate to the power menu, and then set the computer to automatically hibernate after a certain time of inactivity.

In Windows, search for and open Control Panel.
Search for power, and then click Power Options.
Click Change what the power buttons do from the list on the left side of the window.
Click Change settings that are currently unavailable, and then select the box next to Hibernate under Shutdown settings.
Click Save changes. Hibernate now displays in the Power menu.
In Power Options, click Change plan settings next to your power plan, and then click Change advanced power settings.
Click the plus sign next to Sleep, click the plus sign next to Hibernate after, and then click the options to open the menu to change the time when using the battery and when plugged in.
Click OK, and then click Save changes.
Repeat these steps for other power plans you commonly use.

Change what happens when you press the power button

Choose from sleep, hibernate, display, and shut down options when you press the power button.

In Windows, search for and open Control Panel.
Search for power, and then click Power Options.
Click Choose what the power buttons do from the list on the left side of the window.
Click the When I press the power button menus to select a setting when using the battery and when plugged in, and then click Save changes.

Change what happens when you close the notebook lid

Choose from sleep, hibernate, shut down and do nothing options when you close the notebook lid.

In Windows, search for and open Control Panel.
Search for power, and then click Power Options.
Click Choose what closing the lid does from the list on the left side of the window.
Click the When I close the lid menus to select a setting when using the battery and when plugged in, and then click Save changes.

Use Away Mode when sharing media files

Away Mode lets your computer enter a low power state and continue performing tasks, such as recording television programs or streaming music.

In Windows, search for and open Control Panel.
Search for power, and then click Power Options.
Click Change plan settings next to your power plan.
Click Change advanced power settings.
Click the plus sign next to Multimedia settings, click the plus sign next to When sharing media, and then click the options to open the menu to select Allow the computer to enter Away Mode.
Click Apply, click OK, and then click Save changes.
Repeat these steps for other power plans you commonly use.

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