Sony PCG-V505 quick start Why don’t my changes appear on the computer screen LCD?

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VAIO® Computer Quick Start

✍See PowerPanel Help for more information.

To lower the CPU speed using the power schemes:

1Click Start on the Windows® taskbar, and click Control Panel.

2Click Performance and Maintenance, and click Power Options. The Power Options Properties window appears.

3Select Portable/Laptop in the Power schemes box.

4Click Apply.

5Click OK.

Why does the System Properties dialog box display a slower CPU speed than the maximum?

This is normal. Because your computer’s CPU utilizes a type of CPU speed controlling technology for power conservation purposes, System Properties may display the CPU’s current speed instead of the maximum speed.

Why don’t my changes appear on the computer screen (LCD)?

You may need to refresh the computer screen. Press and hold the Windows key , and press D twice.

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