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• For Windows 7: Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel.
• For Windows 10: Right-click the Start button, then click Control Panel.
How do I use battery power more effectively when I am on the go?
• To conserve power, or to suspend operation without exiting programs or saving files, see "Power-saving
modes" on page 38.
• To achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, change power plan settings. See
"Managing the power plan" on page 38.
• If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, and follow the instructions in "Disabling
the built-in battery" on page 119 to disable the built-in battery so as to prevent battery power from draining.
How do I securely dispose of data stored on the storage devices?
• Study Chapter 5 "Security" on page 57 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and
unauthorized use.
• Use the Password Manager program to protect the data stored on your computer. For more information,
see the help information system of the program.
• Before you dispose of the data on the storage devices, be sure to read the topic "Notice on deleting data
from your storage devices" on page 66.
How do I give presentations or attach an external monitor?
• Ensure that you follow the procedure in the topic "Using an external display" on page 43.
• With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and the external
monitor. See "Using an external display" on page 43.
I have been using the computer for some time already, and it is getting slower. What should I do?
• Follow the "General tips for preventing problems" on page 87.
• Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software. See "Diagnosing problems"
on page 93.
• A recovery tool is provided on your computer in the storage devices. For more information, see Chapter
9 "Recovery overview" on page 111.
Print the following sections and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this
online help when necessary.
• "Installing a new operating system" on page 69
• "Computer stops responding" on page 93
• "Power problems" on page 106
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