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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
To extend battery life, use alternate power sources whenever 
possible.
•If traveling internationally, take electrical adapters. Save 
the battery(ies) for times when you cannot use a power 
adapter. If you plan on taking your AC power adapter, 
also take a single-plug surge protector.
•If you will have access to an EmPower™ in-flight power 
receptacle, an automobile power outlet, or an 
automobile cigarette lighter, use an airplane/ 
automobile power adapter or power inverter. Save the 
battery(ies) for times when you cannot use a power 
adapter.
•To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next 
to support pillars, in large areas such as boarding gates, 
and under banks of telephones.
Changing power modes
You can use the following power modes to lengthen the life 
of your notebook’s battery(ies):
•Standby - while your notebook is in Standby mode, it 
switches to a low power state where devices, such as 
the display and drives, turn off.Tip
For more information about traveling with your notebook, see 
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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 devices except memory. However, the information in 
memory is not saved to the hard drive. If power is interrupted, 
the information is lost.
When in Hibernate mode, your notebook saves all memory 
information to the hard drive, then turns the power 
completely off.
Changing notebook power 
settings
You can change the function of your notebook’s power 
button, Standby system key, and power-saving timers by 
changing power settings on your notebook.
You can customize power settings from the Windows Control 
Panel by selecting power schemes, setting power alarms, 
adjusting advanced power settings, and activating Hibernate 
mode.
If your notebook 
is......and you want 
to......then
OnEnter Standby 
modePress FN+F3.
On Enter Hibernate 
modeClick Start, then click 
Turn Off Computer. 
Press and hold S
HIFT, 
then click Hibernate.
In Standby or 
Hibernate modeExit Standby or 
Hibernate modePress the power 
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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 
notebook’s default settings operate the processor at full 
speed while connected to AC power and at reduced speed 
(which uses less power) while using battery power.
To change the power scheme:  
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 
Options Properties dialog box opens. Help
For more information about changing the power scheme, click Start, 
then click Help and Support. Type the keyword power scheme in the 
Search box, then press E
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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 icon. The Power 
Options Properties dialog box opens.
3Click the Alarms tab.
4Adjust the alarm settings, then click OK. Help
For more information about changing the alarm options, click Start, 
then click Help and Support. Type the keyword alarm options in the 
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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 
Options Properties dialog box opens.
3Click the Advanced tab.
4Click the arrow button to open a Power buttons list, 
then click the power setting mode you want to use.
5Click OK. Help
For more information about changing the power management 
settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword power 
management in the Search box, then press E
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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 Panel is in Category View, 
click Performance and Maintenance.
2Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The Power 
Options Properties dialog box opens.
3Click the Hibernate tab.
4Click the Enable hibernation check box, then click 
Apply. Hibernate mode is now an option you can select 
on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties 
dialog box and in the Shut Down Windows dialog box. Help
For more information about using Hibernate mode, click Start, then 
click Help and Support. Type the keyword hibernate in the Search box, 
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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, 
then click Hibernate. 
						

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Traveling with Your Notebook
•Packing your notebook
•Traveling by air
•Dial-up modem
•Radio frequency wireless connections
•Files
•Security
•Power
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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.
•Charge the battery in case airport security asks you to 
start your notebook.
•Have your notebook hand-inspected or sent through 
the X-ray scanner, but never carry it through the metal 
detector.
•Turn off you notebook for takeoff and landing.
•Turn off all wireless devices while in the aircraft.
Dial-up modem
•Take a telephone cord to connect the modem to 
telephone jacks. If you are traveling internationally, take 
telephone jack adapters or an acoustic handset coupler.
•Take a telephone line protector.
•Take a telephone line tester to check for unsafe lines, 
especially if you are traveling internationally.
•Take remote access information with you so you can 
connect to your ISP while outside of your usual calling 
area. A list of country dialing codes may be especially 
useful if you are traveling internationally.