Office Equipment

(Computers, printers, copiers, etc.)

• Adjust the power settings on computers and other electronic office equipment to maximize energy savings unless research or instructional requirements call for full power.
  • CPUs – set to enter system standby or hibernate mode after 30-60 minutes of inactivity
  • Monitors and hard disks – set to enter sleep mode after 5-20 minutes of inactivity
• Turn off printers, copiers, and other appliances during unoccupied hours