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Chapter 3: Getting Started
Power Mode
Your Eee PC is equipped with a smart power system. The power-
saving Battery mode lowers down the CPU frequency and decreases
the power consumption to maximize the battery life. The AC mode
enables the CPU to run at the full speed and to obtain the best
performance. When applying or removing the power adapter, the AC
mode and Battery mode will be shown on the display as a reminder.
Battery Mode AC Mode
Super Hybrid Engine
Super Hybrid Engine offers different power modes. Click the Super
Hybrid Engine icon in the Notiļ¬cation area to switch between
various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many
aspects of your Eee PC to maximize performance versus battery time.
The selected mode is shown on the display.
Auto High Performance mode is available only when you apply
the power adapter to the Eee PC and Auto Power-Saving mode
is available only when you remove the power adapter.