Energy Saving Standards for Computers and Monitors at Colorado State University

*** Screen Savers DO NOT Save Energy ***

Background:

• Workstation Energy Savings Final Report (Microsoft Word .doc file)

• Memo to Deans, Directors, and Department Heads
  

• Energy Savings at Colorado State University
  Article by Pat Burns, Director, ACNS
  
  
• FAQ - Computer & Monitor Power Management
  Courtesy of Tufts University

Recommended Settings:

Power Management Setup Instructions:

• Windows 98
• Windows Me
• Windows NT (see note below)
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP
• Macintosh OS 9.1
• Macintosh OS 9.2
• Macintosh OS X

Please be aware that there are discrepancies between the component shutdown times in the above table, and the times that appear in the detailed instructions for each operating system.  The times in the table are simply suggestions; each individual will have to decide on component shutdown times according to personal preference and work habits. 

The most significant gain in energy savings comes from either having the monitor turn off after a few minutes of inactivity, and/or physically turning off the monitor at night, before weekends, and while the user is on vacation.

Note: Windows NT has no support for Energy Star settings through the "control panel." Most computer system BIOSes, however, have power management settings.  See your computer manufacturer's documentation for more information.