Gateway Notebook Reference Manual page 60

Three power plans are pre-defined for you:
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To change the power plan:
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click Help and Support. Type the keyword power plan in the Search Help
box, then press E
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CHAPTER 5: Managing Power
Balanced - This is the default power plan which
balances performance and battery life.
Power saver - This power plan sacrifices performance
in order to extend battery life. Use this plan if you will
be away from AC power outlets for an extended period
of time. Your programs may run slower than you are
accustomed to under the other two power plans.
High performance - This power plan sacrifices battery
life in order to gain performance. Use this plan if you
need additional computing power for your program.
Your battery may not last as long as you are
accustomed to under the other two power plans.
Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories
Windows Mobility Center. The Windows Mobility
Center window opens.
Click (Change power settings). The Select a power
plan window opens.
Select the power plan you want to use.
- OR -
Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you
selected, then click Save changes.
Help
For more information about changing the power plan, click Start, then
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then click
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