
Chapter 3: Managing Power
Power management
Your notebook has a
Your notebook employs a power management scheme that supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is a power management specification jointly developed by Compaq/Intel/Microsoft/Phoenix/Toshiba. ACPI enables Windows to control the amount of power given to each device attached to your notebook. With ACPI, Windows can turn off peripheral devices when they are not in use to save power.
Tips & Tricks We recommend you enable power management to prolong your battery life. See the Windows help for more details.
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