Set the power plan

For ENERGY STAR® compliant computers, the following power plan takes effect when your computers have been idle for a specified duration:
Table 1. Default power plan (when plugged into ac power)
  • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes

  • Put the computer to sleep: After 30 minutes

To reset the power plan to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving:
  1. Right-click the battery status icon and select Power Options.

  2. Choose or customize a power plan of your preference.