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Hybrid Sleep - while your notebook is in Hybrid Sleep 
mode, it switches to a low power state where devices, 
such as the display and drives, turn off similar to Sleep 
mode. The notebook also writes all current memory 
(RAM) information to the hard drive similar to Hibernate 
mode. If your notebook experiences a power outage 
while in Hybrid Sleep mode, the notebook reads the 
memory information from the hard drive and opens the 
programs and documents that were open when you...

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Changing notebook power 
settings
You can change the function of your notebook’s power button, 
Sleep system key, and power-saving timers by changing power 
settings on your notebook.
You can customize power settings from the Windows Mobility 
Center by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced 
power settings.
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 
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2Click (Change power settings). The Select a power 
plan window opens.
3Select the power plan you want to use.
- OR -
Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you 
selected, then click 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:  
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2Click (Change power settings). The Select a power 
plan window opens.
3Click 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 Change plan 
settings for the plan you are using. The Change settings 
for the plan window opens.
2Click Change advanced power settings....

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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 discs, Express Cards, 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
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Radio frequency wireless 
connections
Every country has different restrictions on the use of 
wireless devices. If your 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 traveling 
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Security
Get a locking cable for your notebook so you can attach 
a cable lock and leave your notebook in your hotel room 
while you are away.
Always keep your notebook with you while waiting in 
airports, train stations, or bus terminals. Be ready to 
claim your notebook as soon as it passes through the 
X-ray machine in security checkpoints.
Write down your notebook model number and serial 
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5Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER.
6Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving 
Changes, then press E
NTER.
7When you start your notebook, you are prompted to 
enter the user password you set in step 3.
Review the information in “Protecting your notebook” in 
your online User Guide.
Power
Take your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. If 
you are traveling internationally, take power plug 
adapters.
Take a portable surge protector to protect your notebook 
from power surges.
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Consult your insurance company and credit card 
company to learn about emergency travel assistance if 
your notebook is lost or damaged.
Take your recovery discs in case you need to install an 
additional driver or software.
Tip
Yo u  c a n  cre a te  a  Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the 
Gateway Recovery Center. For more information, see “Preparing for 
software and device driver recovery” on page 89.