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    * Intel 3945ABG "advanced" options

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by lukealexander, Aug 6, 2007.

  1. lukealexander

    lukealexander Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    I am trying to configure the "advanced" options I found under the wireless adapter in Hardware to get maximum battery life. I have enclosed a screenshot of available options but finding details on how exactly the effect performance and power use is rather difficult.

    Any ideas people? I am running under Vista Home Premium.
     

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  2. Minger

    Minger Notebook Consultant

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    I know I saw a guide or soemthing for this on Dell's site, I just can't find the link right now. meh.
     
    Minger, Aug 7, 2007
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    blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso

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    If you want max battery life the nb will shut down the wireless if you let it. The CAW will keep the nb from turning off the wireless. In most cases the def settings are for max battery. But some of the settings only apply to battery and not AC.
     
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    I want to keep wireless on, but using the minimum amount of power.
     
    lukealexander, Aug 7, 2007
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