Chapter 4 Mobile Computing; Toshiba's Energy-Saving Design; Managing Power Usage - Toshiba Satellite P20-8PW User Manual

Satellite P20
Mobile Computing
This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while travelling.

TOSHIBA's Energy-Saving Design

TOSHIBA is a partner in the Energy Star Program and has designed this
product to meet the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
Your computer enters a low-power state when it is not being used,
thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a
number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency.
Many of these energy-saving features have been set by TOSHIBA. We
recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to
operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for
longer periods while travelling.

Managing Power Usage

Your computer's power-saving options increase the length of time you
can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery.
To change the power usage mode, click Start, then click Control Panel.
In Control Panel, double-click the Power Option icon (if in Category View,
then first click Performance and Maintenance to make the Power
Option icon appear) to display the Power Option Properties window.
Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for your
computer. Keep in mind that changing any settings on the Power Option
Properties window will modify the currently selected scheme.
Consult your Microsoft
more information on the Power Option utility.
If the TOSHIBA Power Management Utility is installed in your computer,
please run it by double-clicking its icon on the taskbar instead of the
Power Option icon. You can see more information in chapter 5.
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