Working with the notebook
Using the energy saving functions
EnergyEnergyBattery
The notebook uses less power when the available energy-saving functions are used. You will
then be able to work longer w hen using the battery before having to recharge it.
The energy efficiency is increased an d environmental pollution is reduced.
By choosing the best power options, yo u can make significant savings and
at the same time help protect the environment.
When you fold down and close the LCD screen, depending on the setting in Windows,
the notebook automatically enters a power saving m ode.
► Set the energy saving functions in your C ontrol Panel.
If you need further information about an option, you can get help with most
settings by pressing
F1
to op en the Micros oft Help.
When the notebook i
s in energy saving mode, the fo llow in g mu st be rem embered:
During energy sa vi
ng mode, open data is h eld in main memory or
in a swap file on the
hard disk.
Never switch the
notebook off while it is in an energy saving mode. If the built-in battery
is nearly flat, cl
ose all open files and do not go into energy saving mode.
If you do not intend to use your notebook for a long period of time:
► Exit energy saving mode if necessary by moving the mouse, making an entry at the keyboard
or by switching on the notebook.
► Close all opened programs and completely shut down the notebook.
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