Chapter 2. 2-8Understanding power managementPower management is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have not used yourmouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as described in thetable below.For optimal performance, switch off your monitor at the end of each working day, or wheneveryou expect to leave it unused for long periods during the day.Table 2-3. Power indicatorState Power Indicator Screen RestoringOperation ComplianceOn Green NormalStandby/Suspend Amber Blank Press a key ormove the mouseThere may be aslight delay beforethe imagereappears.Note: Standbyalso occurs if thereis no image outputto the monitor.ENERGY STAROff Off Blank Press the powerbuttonThere may be aslight delay beforethe imagereappears.ENERGY STAR