The Difference Between Power Saver (Sleep) Versus Hibernation on a Lexmark Printer/MFP

Overview

The new Lexmark mono, color, and MFP laser printers possess a new feature called, "Hibernation". Current printers having this feature are the Lexmark C792, X792, C925, and X925.(
Note: Future products will also have it). This document outlines the difference between Power Saver (Sleep) versus Hibernation.

“Sleep” mode is an enhanced “Power Saver”.

• There is a product-specific default Sleep timeout.
• Users can invoke Sleep by simply pressing the Sleep button.
• Machine is completely available to the network, locally attach, and walk-up user.

“Hibernate” mode is essentially OFF, plus the ability to turn off and on based on a schedule.

• While machine is in Hibernate, think of it as OFF.
• This mode is disabled by default.

How can I enter and exit my printer/MFP from sleep or hibernation?

Power Saver (Sleep):

To Enter

• Via inactivity time out
• Via Sleep button press
• Via a schedule

To Exit

• Receive a job
• Cover open, cover close, tray insert
• Front USB insert
• Touch the screen or button
• Via a schedule

Hibernate:

To Enter

• Via button press (This must be enabled since it is off by default.)
• Via a schedule

To Exit

• Via button press
• Via rocker switch
• Via a schedule

What’s the difference?

The Sleep and Hibernate optionshave different approaches toward power saving for Lexmark printers/MFP's. In some situations, Sleep is a better option; in other situations, Hibernation is.

Which should you use: Sleep or Hibernation?

Sleep is the most convenient. From Sleep,it takes only a few seconds for your printer/MFP to wake up. With Hibernate, you must to wait for it to start up again.

Hibernate will save more energy. If savings are your priority, then enable Hibernate on your printer/MFP. Otherwise, set your printer/MFP to Sleep (Power Saver); it will wake up quickly the next time you want to use it.

Need more Help?

Please contact Lexmark Technical Support if you need additional assistance.
NOTE: When calling for support, you will be asked for your machine/model type and serial number (SN). If you need help locating these.

Please call from near the printer in case the technician on the phone asks you to perform a task involving the printer.

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