HP ProBook User Guide - Windows XP

3. Clear the Always show icon on the taskbar check box.
4. Click Apply, and then click OK.
To show the Power Meter icon in the notification area, follow these steps:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options.
2. Click the Advanced tab.
3. Select the Always show icon on the taskbar check box.
4. Click Apply, and then click OK.
NOTE: If you cannot see an icon you have placed in the notification area, click the Show Hidden
Icons icon (< or <<) in the notification area.
Using power schemes
A power scheme is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power
schemes can help you conserve power and maximize computer performance.
The following power schemes are available:
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Portable/Laptop (recommended)
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Home/Office Desk
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Presentation
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Always On
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Minimal Power Management
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Max Battery
You can change the settings of these power plans through Power Options.
Viewing the current scheme
▲
Click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
– or –
Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options.
Selecting a different power scheme
▲
Click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then select
a power scheme from the list.
– or –
a. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options.
b. Select a power scheme from the Power schemes list.
c. Click OK.
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