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8-8Saving Energy with Sleep and Power Management

Electrical Storms

If you are expecting an electrical storm to pass through your area, it is a good idea to ensure that your Internet PC is turned off. You should disconnect the modem line from the telephone wall jack and remove all the computer power cords from electrical outlets.

Creating a Personal Power Scheme

If you find that the preset power management schemes do not fit your work habits, you can create a personal power scheme.

To create your own personal power scheme, complete the following steps:

1.From the Windows Taskbar, click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

2.Click the Power Management æ icon.

3.Complete the following steps in the Power Management Properties window:

a.Ensure the Portables/Laptop power scheme is selected.

b.Click the down arrow next to System standby and select the amount of time that passes before the computer goes into Sleep mode.

c.Click the down arrow next to Turn off monitor and select the amount of time that passes before the monitor goes into Sleep mode.

d.Click the down arrow next to Turn off hard disks and select the amount of time that passes before the hard drive goes into Sleep mode.

4.Click Save As and type in a name for your personal power scheme.

5.Click OK. Your personal power scheme is now activated.

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Contents Contents Identifying and Removing Computer Viruses Surfing the Internet Saving Energy with Sleep and Power Management Understanding Your Service and Support Options Safety and Comfort Troubleshooting GuideVii Government Approvals ViiiGlossary Index 13-9Table of Contents Text Conventions Using this GuideGlossary TroubleshootingSpecial Messages Locating HelpComments about this Guide Understanding Your Service and Support Options4Using this Guide Using the TouchPad Setting the Tapping and Double-Tapping FeatureIntroducing Your Internet PC Setting the Edge Motion Feature Identifying Your Storage Drives Using Your Diskette DriveUsing the Security Slot Identifying Your Hard Drive SizeSecuring Your Mobile Internet PC Move to Set Supervisor Password. Press the Enter key Setting a Power-On PasswordRemoving a Power-On Password Using Your CD or DVD Drive Inserting and Removing a DiscInserting a Disc Manually Ejecting a Disc Removing a DiscPlaying an Audio CD Playing a non DVD Video CDGo to Select CD Disc 4Using Your CD or DVD Drive Using a Regionalized DVD Identifying Your Region SettingChanging a Region Setting Play Settings Hiding the Taskbar Display OptionsViewing and Hiding the DVD Player Panel Enlarging and Reducing the ViewDisplay and Parental Controls On-Screen Control ButtonsButton Title Description 10Using Your CD or DVD Drive Using McAfee Anti-Virus Software Identifying and Removing Computer VirusesRecognizing a Computer Virus Scanning for Viruses Creating an Anti-Virus Emergency Diskette Using an Anti-Virus Emergency Diskette Keeping Your Anti-Virus Software Current 6Identifying and Removing Computer Viruses Introducing Microsoft Windows Customizing the Windows DesktopWindows desktop is the basic Selecting a Background Arranging IconsAdding a Screen Saver Finding Help Windows HelpMicrosoft Windows Starts Here available on select models Searching for Files Creating New FoldersClick Find Now Deleting Files and Folders Creating ShortcutsUsing Microsoft Windows Accessories Installing Software from a CD or Diskette Installing Additional SoftwareInstalling a Downloaded Program File 10Introducing Microsoft Windows Internet Addresses URLs Surfing the InternetUnderstanding the World Wide Web Choosing an Internet Service ProviderMicrosoft Internet Explorer Using a Web BrowserSurfing Tips Accessing a Search EngineUsing a Search Engine 6Surfing the Internet Sending and Receiving Faxes Setting Up RingCentral FaxReceiving a Fax Sending a FaxSending and Receiving Faxes Sleep and Hibernation Functions Saving Energy with Sleep and Power ManagementStandby Time-Out Default What are Sleep and Hibernation?Sleep and Hibernation Functions Importance of Hibernation ModeManual Press Power › Time-Out Default If yourClick Control Panel Adjusting Power SettingsPutting Your Computer into Sleep Mode Resuming from Sleep or Hibernation ModePower Schemes Tab Turning Off Sleep Mode Alarms TabChanging Your Power Management Settings in DOS Restarting Your Computer After a Power Failure Recovering from a Loss of Electrical PowerPower Surges and Sags Using a Surge SuppressorCreating a Personal Power Scheme Click the Power Management æ iconElectrical Storms Battery Gauges Battery OverviewBattery Power Battery Operating TimeRecycling the Battery Storing the BatteryCalibrating the Battery From the Running on Batteries column BatteryMaximizing Battery Operating Time Correcting a Low Battery Condition Cleaning Your Internet PC Cleaning Your Internet PCUsing System Maintenance Features Backing Up Your System Using SystemSaveClick System Tools, then choose Maintenance Wizard Compaq Support Tools Understanding Your Service and Support OptionsCompaq Support 10-110-2Understanding Your Service and Support Options Using Compaq Diagnostics Compaq Diagnostics10-3 Select Interactive Mode or Unattended Mode Testing Equipment10-5 System RecordOverview Compaq Service ConnectionTurning Compaq Service Connection On and Off Select Shutdown Compaq Service Connection10-7 How it WorksInternet Support 10-9 QuickRestoreFull Restore QuickRestore10-10Understanding Your Service and Support Options System RestoreSelective Restore Increasing the Size of the SystemSave Partition SystemSaveCreating a QuickRestore Emergency Recovery Boot Diskette Using the QuickRestore Emergency Recovery Boot Diskette Installing Drivers for New Hardware Reinstalling Deleted DriversDrivers 10-16Understanding Your Service and Support Options 11-1 Troubleshooting GuideHelpful Hints Understanding This GuideAudio Battery CD or DVD Diskette drive is Not reading driveAbort, Retry, Fail? Message appearsDiskette My Computer G icon Diskette using Disk CopyCannot save Information toCannot eject Is displayed whenCopying files to Display Games Fax ModemDisplayed Hard drive errorHard Drive Message isButtons do not InternetCannot connect to InternetKeyboard or TouchPad Different location Defaults optionKeyboard or TouchPad Cursor jumps to aMemory Tap to click optionInsufficient memory PC Cards PowerTo have locked up Internet PC will notTurn on Internet PC appearsPower Contacting a Compaq Authorized Service Provider11-18Troubleshooting Guide 12-1 Safety and ComfortTake Action for Safety and Comfort Promoting a Safe and Comfortable Work EnvironmentImportant Choices Relax AdjustKey Principles MoveVary Your Posture Finding Your Comfort ZoneRange of Positions RememberOrganizing Your Adjustments Different Tasks, Different Postures12-5 Providing Enough Leg Room Feet, Knees, and LegsBack Getting comfortable12-7 Dont Anchor Your Wrists Forearms, Wrists, and HandsSplit Keyboards Shoulders and ElbowsChecking Elbow Height 12-9Having Your Eyes Examined Cleaning Your Monitor and GlassesEyes Resting Your EyesPositioning the Monitor Adjusting the Monitor HeightArranging Your Work Area MonitorEye Height Adjusting Monitor Height for Bifocal and Trifocal UsersAdjusting Brightness and Contrast Tilting the MonitorEliminating Glare Keyboard and Pointing DeviceEliminating Glare and Reflections on Your Monitor Positioning the KeyboardAdjusting the Keyboard Height and Slope Using a Keyboard Tray ComfortablyAligning the Mouse and Keyboard For Pauses Only Using Arm SupportsUsing a Palm Rest Arm Supports and a Palm RestUsing a Document Holder Papers and BooksMinimizing Your Reach Phone Seeking Comfort Using a Notebook ComputerWorking in Comfort On the RoadReaching for Keys and Key Combinations Typing StyleBeing Inventive Transporting the ComputerHunt-and-Peck Typing Keep it LightAdjusting Software Controls Clean FrequentlyPointing Style Pointing Comfort Using a Keyboard on a SofaSwitch Hands Aligning Forearms, Wrists, and HandsTaking Breaks and Varying Your Tasks Take BreaksEven on a sofa Breathe deeply Vary Your TasksReduce Sources of Stress Try it and seeMonitoring Your Health Habits and Exercise Monitoring Personal Tolerance Levels and LimitsCultivating Health and Fitness Be Inventive Organizing Your AdjustmentsFrom the Ground Up From the Top DownSelf-Check Seated PositionShoulders, Arms, Wrists, and Hands 12-28Safety and Comfort Monitor Double-Check General PreventionElectrical and Mechanical Safety Information Product Safety Policy and General PracticeIntroduction Safety Standards Installation RequirementsDamage Requiring Service General Precautions for Compaq ProductsWater and Moisture Mounting AccessoriesServicing VentilationInternal Battery Power SourcesAccessibility Voltage Select SwitchOverloading Power CordsProtective Attachment Plug Extension CordOptions and Upgrades CleaningReplacement Parts Safety CheckPrecautions for Portable Computer Products Precautions for Server and Network ProductsSafety Interlocks and Enclosures Floor Standing Products Accessories and OptionsHot-Pluggable Power Supplies Products with CastersExternal Television Antenna Grounding CompatibilityLightning Protection Power LinesAntenna Grounding Safety and Comfort Compliance with International Regulations Precautions for Products with Laser DevicesLaser Safety Warnings Compliance with Cdrh RegulationsLaser Product Label Laser InformationHuman Factors and Ergonomics Society National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NioshFor More Information American National Standards InstituteTCO Information Center National Safety Council LibraryOccupational Safety and Health Administration Osha International Standards Organization ISO12-48Safety and Comfort Government Approvals European Union Notice13-1 Federal Communications Commission Notice ModificationsCables 13-3 Canadian NoticeAvis Canadien Japanese NoticeRegulations Governing the Use of Modems Telecom Network Approvals13-5 Ringer Equivalence Number RENCanadian Regulations Governing the Use of Modems Telephone Consumer Protection Act13-7 Babt Users NoticeSupraExpress 56i Pro Global Modem Desktop Products Only Telephone Network Connection13-8Government Approvals 13-9 Auto Dialing with the ModemWahlsperre Benutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in ÖsterreichBenutzerhinweise für besondere Bestimmungen in Deutschland Hinweis für die Benutzung in ÖsterreichSpeciale gebruiksinstructies voor Nederland Brugerinstruktioner i overensstemmelse med danske kravAnvändarinstruktioner i överensstämmelse med svenska krav New Zealand Modem StatementsUppringningskod P och T Government Approvals Batteries SafetyPower Cords Laser AssembliesCdrh Regulations Laser Information Using the Computer German Ergonomics NoticeMobile Products German Ergonomics Notice No.Components Locating the Regulatory Compliance Markings LabelsManufacturing Site Energy Compliance Glossary-1 GlossaryGlossary-2 Glossary-3 Device driver See driver Glossary-4Glossary-5 Full duplex See duplex Glossary-6Glossary-7 Glossary-8 Glossary-9 Glossary-10 Glossary-11 Glossary-12 Glossary-13 Random access memory RAM See memory Glossary-14Read-only memory ROM See memory Glossary-15 Glossary-16 Universal Resource Locator URL See Uniform Resource LocatorVirtual memory See memory Glossary-17 Glossary-18 Index-1 IndexIndex-2 Index-3 Index-4
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1700T specifications

The HP 1700T is a versatile and robust mobile workstation designed to meet the needs of professionals who require power and portability in a single device. Targeted at creative and technical professionals, the 1700T combines high performance with an array of features that set it apart in the mobile workstation market.

One of the standout features of the HP 1700T is its powerful processor options. It typically supports the latest Intel Core i7 processors, ensuring that users have access to the computational power necessary for demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, video editing, and complex data analysis. This makes it an ideal choice for engineers, architects, and multimedia creators looking for a machine that can handle intensive workloads.

In terms of graphics performance, the HP 1700T often includes dedicated NVIDIA graphics cards. This enhances its ability to deliver high-quality visuals and smooth performance in graphically intensive applications. The combination of Intel and NVIDIA technologies provides a seamless experience for users requiring both CPU and GPU power.

Furthermore, the HP 1700T comes equipped with a high-resolution display that offers exceptional color accuracy and clarity. This is critical for professionals in fields like graphic design and video production, where precision is paramount. The anti-glare option also ensures usability in a variety of lighting conditions, making it a practical choice for on-the-go work.

Another significant characteristic of the HP 1700T is its robust storage options. Users can choose from a variety of configurations, including solid-state drives (SSDs) that offer faster data access speeds and improved reliability compared to traditional hard drives. This feature greatly enhances productivity and reduces wait times when opening files or running applications.

In terms of connectivity, the HP 1700T leaves little to be desired. It offers multiple USB ports, Thunderbolt support for high-speed data transfer, and HDMI output to connect to external displays seamlessly. These features make it easy for professionals to connect various peripherals, enhancing their workflow and improving efficiency.

Built with durability in mind, the HP 1700T meets stringent military standards for reliability, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of travel and demanding work environments. The design includes a sturdy chassis that protects internal components, making it a dependable companion for professionals who are always on the move.

In summary, the HP 1700T is a high-performance mobile workstation that combines advanced processing power, superior graphics capabilities, and a range of connectivity options, all within a durable chassis. This makes it an excellent choice for creative professionals and engineers alike, providing the tools necessary to work effectively and efficiently in a mobile setting.
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