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    Is there a way to turn AlienFx off automatically when switching to battery?

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by HTWingNut, Jul 16, 2011.

  1. HTWingNut

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    As subject says, is there a way for AlienFX backlighting to turn off when on battery and on when plugged back in? I usually just turn it off when on battery, but it would be nice to have it do it automatically. Thanks.
     
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    There is an option in advanced power options. Whether it works or not is kind of hit or miss though.
     
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    Oh sheesh, thanks. I missed that, there it is. Will give it some testing! +1
     
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    It only works for me if I'm plugged in and running, and then switch to battery. Good luck!
     
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    Hmm, doesn't seem to work at all.
     
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    I'm not shocked. The implementation is unreliable at best
     
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    The method of the Command Center thing doesn't works well. I have been using that method for about 8 months and it has never worked well.
     
    Vallejo, Jul 17, 2011
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    I can just do the fn+alienfx no biggie.
     
    HTWingNut, Jul 17, 2011
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