Ich setze mal vorraus, Du nutzt einen AVR?
Das steht im Datenblatt unter "I/O Ports":
"If some pins are unused, it is recommended to ensure that these pins
have a defined
level. Even though most of the digital inputs are disabled in the deep
sleep modes as
described above, floating inputs should be avoided to reduce current
consumption in all
other modes where the digital inputs are enabled (Reset, Active mode
and Idle mode).
The simplest method to ensure a defined level of an unused pin, is to
enable the internal
pull-up. In this case, the pull-up will be disabled during reset. If
low power consumption
during reset is important, it is recommended to use an external pull-up
or pull-down.
Connecting unused pins directly to V CC or GND is not recommended,
since this may
cause excessive currents if the pin is accidentally configured as an
output."
Gruß,
Sebastian