Quick Reference Guide

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• Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth.
• Dim the display as low as is comfortable.
• Disconnect all external devices, like USB devices.
• Select the Power saver power plan to get
maximum power savings.
• Close the LCD panel to turn off the display while
you are not using your notebook. The display
stays off until you open the panel again.
• Use Hibernate mode for maximum power savings
while your notebook is not in use.
• Use the notebook touchpad instead of an
external mouse.
• Decrease or mute speaker volume.
• Turn off all scheduled tasks.
• Turn off auto-save features in Microsoft Office
and other applications.
• Copy programs from CDs or DVDs to the hard
drive so you do not use battery power by running
optical drives.
• Use the DVD drive only when necessary. This
drive uses a large amount of power.
• Recharge the battery often, take an extra
battery, and fully recharge the batteries before
traveling. For more information, see “Recharging
the battery” on page 56.
Tip
For more information about using power plans, see
“Changing notebook power settings” on page 62.
Tip
For more information about traveling with your
notebook, see “Traveling with Your Notebook” on page 67.