Using Alternate Power Sources - Gateway M320 User Manual

Tips & Tricks
■ Close the LCD panel to turn off the display while you are not using
your notebook. The display stays off until you open the panel again.
■
Use Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your
notebook is not in use.
Tips & Tricks
■
Use the DVD drive only when necessary. These drives use a large
amount of power.
■ Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge
the batteries before traveling. For more information, see
the battery" on page 49

Using alternate power sources

To extend battery life, use alternate power sources whenever possible.
■
If traveling internationally, take electrical adapters. Save the battery
for times when you cannot use a power adapter. If you plan on taking
your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector.
■ If you will have access to an EmPower™ in-flight power receptacle
or an automobile cigarette lighter, use a 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.
For more information about using power
management settings, see "Changing
Power-saving Settings" in Using Your Computer
which has been included on your hard drive. To
access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then
click Gateway Documentation.
For more information about using Hibernate mode,
see "Activating and using Hibernate mode" in
Using Your Computer which has been included on
your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start,
All Programs, then click Gateway
Documentation.
and "Changing batteries" on page
www.gateway.com
"Recharging
51.
53