Managing System Power; Windows 98 Power Management Properties - NEC VERSA SXI Manual

Managing System Power

In the Windows 98/2000 environment, your NEC Versa manages its power resources
using the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) while the system is
powered on using AC or DC (battery) power. ACPI enables the operating system to
manage the power given to each attached device and to turn off a device when not in
use.
In the Windows NT environment, your NEC Versa also uses SystemSoft's
PowerProfiler to manage power resources and to balance performance with battery
conservation. Access PowerProfiler via its taskbar icon or via the Programs menu.
Take advantage of the opportunity to manage power on your system to:
Minimize battery drain.
!
Preserve the life of your NEC Versa.
!
Save time. When you return from that urgent call or meeting, you don't have to
!
reboot, just press the Power button to resume system operation.

Windows 98 Power Management Properties

In Windows 98, most ACPI power management settings are controlled through
Windows Power Management Properties, not through the BIOS Setup Utility, unless
otherwise noted. To access Windows Power Management Properties, go to Start,
Settings, Control Panel, and double click Power Management.
The Power Management Properties features are broken down as follows:
Power Schemes
!
Alarms
!
Power Meter
!
Advanced
!
Hibernate
!
3-16 Using the BIOS Setup Utility