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Changing batteries
The battery may be changed while the tablet is turned on, even when the 
Gateway Tablet PC is not connected to an AC power source. Use only batteries 
obtained from Motion.
To change the battery:
1If the tablet is turned on and is connected to AC power, go to Step 2.
-OR-
If the tablet is turned on and is not connected to AC power, save all active 
files, then place the tablet in Standby mode by tapping the 
Standby button 
in the Motion...

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2Push the battery release latch, then lift the battery away from the tablet.
3Insert the new battery until it clicks into place.
After swapping batteries without connection to AC power, the internal battery 
needs to recharge for about three hours before it can support another battery 
swap. 

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Extending battery life
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Extending battery life
Conserving battery power
While using the battery to power your tablet PC, conserve power by:
■Modifying the power management settings for maximum power savings. 
For more information, see “Changing power settings” on page 135.
■Using Standby or Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your 
tablet PC is not in use. For more information, see “Activating and using 
Hibernate mode” on page 140.
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■If you will have access to an EmPower™ in-flight power receptacle or an 
automobile cigarette lighter, use an airplane/automobile power adapter or 
power inverter. Save the battery 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...

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Changing power settings
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Changing power settings
You can change the function of the power switch, Standby system key, and 
power-saving timers by changing power settings on your tablet PC.
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.
Power schemes (groups of power settings) let you change power saving options 
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Changing the power scheme
To change the power scheme:
1Ta p  Start, then tap Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your 
Control Panel is in Category View, tap 
Performance and Maintenance. 
Tap/Double-tap the 
Power Options icon. The Power Options Properties dialog 
box opens.
-OR-
Button-tap the 
Power/Battery icon in the taskbar, then tap Adjust Power 
Properties
. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens.
2Tap the arrow button to open the...

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Changing alarm options
To change the alarm options:
1Ta p  Start, then tap Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your 
Control Panel is in Category View, tap 
Performance and Maintenance. 
Tap/Double-tap the 
Power Options icon. The Power Options Properties dialog 
box opens.
-OR-
Button-tap the 
Power/Battery icon in the taskbar, then tap Adjust Power 
Properties
. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens.
2Ta p  t h e  Alarms tab.
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3Adjust the alarm settings.
4Ta p  OK.
Help and 
SupportFor more information about changing the alarm options, 
tap Start, then tap Help and Support.
Type the keyword alarm options in the Help and Support 
Center Search box  , then tap the 
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Changing advanced settings
To change advanced power management settings:
1Ta p  Start, then tap Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your 
Control Panel is in Category View, tap 
Performance and Maintenance. 
Tap/Double-tap the 
Power Options icon. The Power Options Properties dialog 
box opens.
-OR-
Button-tap the 
Power/Battery icon in the taskbar, then tap Adjust Power 
Properties
. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens.
2Ta p  t h e...

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Activating and using Hibernate mode
To activate Hibernate mode:
1Ta p  Start, then tap Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your 
Control Panel is in Category View, tap 
Performance and Maintenance. 
Tap/Double-tap the 
Power Options icon. The Power Options Properties dialog 
box opens.
-OR-
Button-tap the 
Power/Battery icon in the taskbar, then tap Adjust Power 
Properties
. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens.
2Ta p  t h e  Hibernate...