Backing Up Your Files
To protect your data, you should backup your files often. You
should also make backup copies of any diskettes that contain
programs and store the copies away from your originals.
of users concerned about conserving energy. Here are a few
additional tips you can use to be even more energy-wise:
If your printer and monitor aren't Energy Star compliant,
turn them off when you're not using them.
Use the print preview option on your software before you
print something. You'll be able to catch formatting errors
before you commit them to paper.
If you have an electronic mail system available to you, send
E-mail rather than memos. Not only is this faster, but you'll
save paper and storage space too.
Use recycled paper whenever you can and, if possible,
reuse or recycle used paper instead of throwing it away.
Using Your Power-saving Feature
Your computer includes a feature that lowers the power usage
of the microprocessor and other components when the system
has been inactive for a selected period of time. Using the
SETUP program, you can set inactivity timers for three power-
saving modes: Doze, Sleep, and Suspend. The three modes
provide progressively increased levels of power conservation.
Using Your Computer
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Using Energy Wisely
By purchasing this low-power, Energy Star
compliant computer, you join a growing number