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    Power saving mode in XP

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by 5h00p3r_MAN, May 25, 2008.

  1. 5h00p3r_MAN

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    How do I turn it on to get maximum battery life? I have a 5793.
     
    5h00p3r_MAN, May 25, 2008
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    right click on desktop ->Properties ->screen saver -> power... -> you know what to do
     
    Nirvana, May 25, 2008
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    Do the power schemes change anything besides shut-off times? Does it underclock and such?
     
    5h00p3r_MAN, May 25, 2008
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    it downclocks both CPU and GPU
     
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    And what modes do you switch between to get max performance (on AC) and max batt life (off AC)
     
    5h00p3r_MAN, May 25, 2008
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    Thanks. But also, what modes?
     
    5h00p3r_MAN, May 27, 2008
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    What do you mean ?
     
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    I have a similar question but want to go the OPPOSITE way. Is there a way to stop XP from downclocking the CPU & GPU when the laptop is unplugged?
     
    Hooahman, May 30, 2008
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  10. The_Observer

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    In the battery options put it to maximum power.
     
    The_Observer, May 30, 2008
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