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•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 battery(ies) often, take an extra battery, 
and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. For 
more information, see “Recharging the battery(ies)” on 
page 58.
Using alternate power sources
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•Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all current 
memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns 
your notebook completely off. The next time you turn 
on your notebook, it reads the memory information 
from the hard drive and opens the programs and 
documents that were open when you activated 
Hibernate mode.
Using power saving modes
Always save your work before using Standby mode. In 
Standby mode, your notebook reduces or turns off the power 
to most...

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Changing the power scheme
Power schemes (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 schemes or create a custom power scheme.
The processor installed in your notebook may use technology 
to conserve battery power. This processor can change its 
operating speed according to the power source. Your 
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3Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, 
then click the power scheme you want.
- OR -
Set the timers, then click Save As and type a name for 
the scheme.
4Click OK.
Changing alarm options
Alarms can alert you when the battery charge is low.
To change the alarm options:  
1Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel 
window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, 
click Performance and Maintenance.
2Click/Double-click the Power Options...

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Changing advanced settings
Advanced power settings let you assign different power 
saving modes to the power button and Standby system key. 
You can also select which power saving mode is activated 
when you close the LCD panel.
To change advanced power management settings:  
1Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel 
window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, 
click Performance and Maintenance.
2Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The Power...

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Activating and using Hibernate mode
Hibernate (also called save to disk) writes all current memory 
(RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your notebook 
completely off. The next time you turn on your notebook, it 
reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens 
the programs and documents that were open when you 
activated Hibernate mode.
To activate Hibernate mode:  
1Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel 
window opens. If your Control...

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To use Hibernate mode:  
•As an automatic power savings mode:
Open the Power Options Properties dialog box, then 
click the Power Schemes tab. Click the arrow button 
to open a System hibernates list, then click the time 
you want to use.
- OR -
Open the Power Options Properties dialog box, then 
click the Advanced tab. Hibernate is now an option in 
the Power buttons lists.
•As a manually-selected power savings mode:
Click Start, then click Shut Down. Press and hold S
HIFT, 
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Traveling with Your Notebook
•Packing your notebook
•Traveling by air
•Dial-up modem
•Radio frequency wireless connections
•Files
•Security
•Power
•Additional tips 

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Packing your notebook
•Remove all peripheral devices and cables. Remember to 
pack those you will need while traveling.
•Pack your 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 notebook stable during travel. Secure it to 
prevent it from sliding around in overhead bins and car 
trunks.
Traveling by air
•Do not check your notebook as luggage....