Upgrading Your Computer - Packard Bell computer Quick Start & Troubleshooting Manual

Power Options
The power options of Windows can control your computer's power state and allow you to
save energy. Depending on your needs, you can define the power scheme that suits you
best. Four power saving modes are provided: Turn off device, Standby, Hibernate and Sleep.
The Sleep state combines the speed of Standby with the data protection features and low
power consumption of Hibernate. Resuming use when your computer is in the Sleep state
takes just a few seconds. You can shut down and restart your computer less often. The Sleep
state not only reduces power consumption, but also helps protect your data.

Upgrading your Computer

Packard Bell strives to make your computing experience as easy and pleasant as possible. Because your
computing needs may evolve, Packard Bell is here to help you choose the right accessories and make the
most of your computer.
Memory
Memory (RAM) is a key component of your computer. If you run memory-intensive applications such as
image or digital-video editing or 3D games, adding some memory will increase the computer performance
and help your computer run faster.
To help you find out the memory module that is best suited to your Packard Bell computer, you can use our
online configurator on www.packardbell.com! The step-by-step configurator is your best pick to find the right
module quickly and easily with no risk of error, at a competitive price.
Storage (e.g. External Hard Disk Drive)
Whether you need additional storage space, need to create backups or need removable storage to carry your
data, an external hard disk drive will be a convenient solution to expand your computer. Simply plug it into a
USB port and "drag and drop" to transfer your valuable data in a few seconds. To make temporary backups,
this is a lot quicker than burning a CD or DVD! High capacity drives are also ideal for storing your favourite
music, photos and videos and take them with you everywhere you go!
Visit www.packardbell.com to discover our accessories and buy online or locate a store near you!
Convergence
Packard Bell aims at making the most of today's increasingly digital world with products that are ideally
suited to popular and emerging digital activities. Our products integrate the best technologies and allow you
to benefit from the latest advances, such as broadband Internet, WiFi networking and digital media. Our
home entertainment range includes a collection of MP3 players to bring technology and entertainment with
you wherever you go!
To learn more about personalising your computer,
click on Start > Help and Support.
Visit www.packardbell.com today and enter the
Lounge, where technology is always stress-free
and personally enriching!
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