When should you power down your computer for energy savings? Below are some basic guidelines from Energy.gov.
Though there is a small surge in energy when a computer
starts up, this small amount of energy is still less than the energy used when
a computer is running for long periods of time.
For energy savings and convenience, consider the following:
- Turn off the monitor if you aren't going to use your PC for more than 20 minutes.
- Turn off both the CPU and monitor if you're not going to use your PC for more than 2 hours.
- Make sure your monitors, printers, and other accessories are on a power strip/surge protector. When this equipment is not in use for extended periods, turn off the switch on the power strip to prevent them from drawing power even when shut off. If you don't use a power strip, unplug extra equipment when it's not in use.
Most PCs reach the end of their "useful" life due
to advances in technology long before the effects of being switched on and off
multiple times have a negative impact on their service life. The less time a PC
is on, the longer it will "last." PCs also produce heat, so turning
them off reduces building cooling loads.
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