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I understand that Microsoft ships Vista with computer power management settings enabled. So there is no need to activate sleep settings on Vista machines, right?

April 26, 2017activate Computer enabled Management Microsoft power settings ships understand Vista

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I understand that Microsoft ships Vista with computer power management settings enabled. So there is no need to activate sleep settings on Vista machines, right?

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While Microsoft does ship Vista with sleep settings enabled, operating systems are usually installed by PC makers, IT departments, computer resellers, or 3rd party service providers. Windows Vista default power management settings are not typically retained. Even if the Vista default settings are retained, you may prefer to modify the settings in order to save more energy. To maximize power savings, EPA recommends setting computers to enter system standby or hibernate after 30 to 60 minutes of inactivity. To save even more, set monitors to enter sleep mode after 5 to 20 minutes of inactivity. The lower the setting, the more energy you save.