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Microsoft Windows 98/Me Advanced
The Advanced window allows you to select behaviours for the taskbar icon, standby password,
LCD panel, when closed, and the Power button.
Parameter
Always show icon on taskbar
Prompt for password when
computer goes off standby
When I close the lid on my
computer
When I press the Power
button on my computer
n
Always show icon on the taskbar — Determines whether or not the Power Meter icon
displays on the taskbar.
n
Prompt for password when computer goes off standby — Determines whether or not the
system prompts for the Microsoft Windows operating system password when resuming
from Standby or (for WinMe) Hibernate.
n
When I close the lid of my computer — Defines the system action when the LCD panel is
closed.
n
When I press the Power button on my computer — Defines the system action when the
Power button is used.
Microsoft Windows 98/Me Hibernate
Use the Hibernate window to enable hibernate support. When the system hibernates it performs
a save-to-disk or save-to-file (STF). The current working environment is saved to the hard disk.
Use the Power button to resume from hibernation and the system returns to its previous state.
Microsoft Windows 98/Me and Intel SpeedStep Technology
Use the Intel SpeedStep technology (available in systems with Intel Pentium III processors) to
optimize processing speed and conserve battery life.
Enable SpeedStep technology through the BIOS Setup utility. The available settings are
Disabled, Battery Operation, and Automatic.
n
Use Automatic for the system to perform in full power mode when running under AC
power.
n
Use Battery Operation for the system to use power conservatively whether the system is
running on AC power or battery power.
n
Use Disabled to turn off Intel SpeedStep technology.
If SpeedStep technology is enabled, click on the icon to adjust processing properties. However,
the default settings are recommended for optimal performance and battery conservation.
For information about accessing the BIOS Setup utility, refer to "How to Use Setup" and
"Advanced Menu" earlier in this chapter.
Advanced Microsoft Windows
Default Setting
checked
unchecked
Standby (Win98),
Hibernate (WinMe)
Shutdown (Win98),
Hibernate (WinMe)
Alternate Setting(s)
unchecked
checked
Hibernate,
Shutdown (Win98),
Power Off (WinMe)
Standby, Hibernate
System Configuration and Setup 2-23
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