Setting Or Changing A Power Scheme; Using A Security Password - HP Compaq NW8000 Software Manual

Power

Setting or Changing a Power Scheme

The Power Schemes tab in the Power Options window assigns
power levels to system components. You can assign different
schemes depending on whether the notebook is running on a
battery pack or external power.
You can also set a power scheme that initiates Standby or turns
off the display or hard drive after a time interval that you specify.
To set a power scheme:
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In Windows 2000:
1. Access the Power Options window > Power Schemes tab.
2. Select options from the lists on the screen.
3. Select Save As to name the new power scheme.
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In Windows XP:
1. Access the Power Options window > Power Schemes tab.
2. Select the power scheme you wish to modify, and adjust
3. Select Apply.

Using a Security Password

You can add a security feature that prompts you for a password
when the notebook turns on or resumes from Standby or
Hibernation.
To set a password prompt, access the Power Options window >
Advanced tab. Select the check box for Prompt For Password
When the Computer resumes from Standby, and select OK.
For more information about using security passwords, refer in
this guide to the
2–12
options in the lists on the screen.
"Security" chapter.
Software Guide