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•Use the convertible notebook touchpad instead of an 
external mouse.
•Decrease or mute speaker volume.
•Turn off all scheduled tasks.
•Turn off auto-save features in Microsoft Office and 
other applications.
•Copy programs from CDs or DVDs to the hard drive so 
you do not use battery power by running optical drives.
•Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. This drive 
uses a large amount of power.
•Recharge the batteries often, take an extra battery, and 
fully recharge the...

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Changing power modes
You can use the following power modes to lengthen the life 
of your convertible notebook’s batteries:
•Sleep - while your convertible notebook is in Sleep 
mode, it switches to a low power state where devices, 
such as the display and drives, turn off.
•Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all current 
memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns 
your convertible notebook completely off. The next 
time you turn on your convertible...

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Changing convertible 
notebook power settings
You can change the function of your convertible notebook’s 
power button, Sleep system key, and power-saving timers by 
changing power settings on your convertible notebook.
You can customize power settings from the Windows Mobility 
Center by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced 
power settings.
If your 
convertible 
notebook is......and you want 
to......then
OnEnter Sleep or 
Hybrid Sleep 
modePress FN+F3.
On Enter Hibernate...

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Changing the power plan
Power plans (groups of power settings) let you change power 
saving options such as when the display or hard drive is 
automatically turned off. You can select one of the defined 
power plans or create a custom power plan.
Three power plans are pre-defined for you:
•Balanced - This is the default power plan which 
balances performance and battery life.
•Power saver - This power plan sacrifices performance 
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3Select the power plan you want to use.
- OR -
Click or tap Change plan settings, modify the power 
plan you selected, then click or tap Save changes.
Changing advanced settings
Advanced power settings let you assign different power 
saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. You 
can also select which power saving mode is activated when 
you close the LCD panel.
To change advanced power management settings:  
1Press the Mobility Center button . The Windows 
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3Click or tap a setting on the left side of the screen that 
you want to change. The top three settings are not tied 
to a power plan. The bottom three settings modify the 
currently selected power plan.
To turn on Hybrid Sleep mode:  
1On the Select a power plan window, click or tap Change 
plan settings for the plan you are using. The Change 
settings for the plan window opens.
2Click or tap Change advanced power settings. The 
Power Options dialog box opens.
3Click or tap...

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Traveling with Your Notebook
•Packing your convertible notebook
•Traveling by air
•Dial-up modem
•Radio frequency wireless connections
•Files
•Security
•Power
•Additional tips 

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Packing your convertible 
notebook
•Remove all peripheral devices and cables. Remember to 
pack those you will need while traveling.
•Pack your convertible notebook securely into a 
briefcase or hand-carried luggage, and keep it separate 
from toiletries, liquids, and food. Do not pack it in 
checked luggage.
•Keep your convertible notebook stable during travel. 
Secure it to prevent it from sliding around in overhead 
bins and car trunks.
Traveling by air
•Do...

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Radio frequency wireless 
connections
•Every country has different restrictions on the use of 
wireless devices. If your convertible notebook is 
equipped with a wireless device, check with the local 
radio approval authorities prior to your trip for any 
restrictions on the use of a wireless device in the 
destination country.
•Wireless communication can interfere with equipment 
on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations 
require wireless devices to be turned off while...

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Security
•Get a locking cable for your convertible notebook so you 
can attach a cable lock and leave your convertible 
notebook in your hotel room while you are away.
•Always keep your convertible notebook with you while 
waiting in airports, train stations, or bus terminals. Be 
ready to claim your convertible notebook as soon as it 
passes through the X-ray machine in security 
checkpoints.
•Write down your convertible notebook model number 
and serial number...