Compaq Armada m700 Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Reference G - Page 59

Using SpeedStep Performance Modes The Intel Pentium III with SpeedStep technology can enable an automatic change in processor speed when the power source changes between AC power and battery power. Choosing a Performance Mode The SpeedStep technology offers two preset performance modes: s In Maximum Performance mode, the processor runs at full speed to provide maximum performance. s In Battery Optimized mode, the processor runs at a reduced speed to provide an optimal balance between energy conservation and performance. The computer can run in either performance mode while it is running on AC power or on battery power. Changing a Performance Mode In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0-Before the performance mode changes from Battery Optimized to Maximum Performance, you are prompted to restart the computer. The restart selection on the prompt restarts the computer and returns your work to the screen. It is not necessary to restart the computer to change from Maximum Performance to Battery Optimized mode. In Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional-It is not necessary to restart the computer to change performance modes. Combining Performance Modes with Other Power Settings In Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows 2000 Professional-The SpeedStep technology performance modes are independent of all power settings described in this guide or your operating system documentation except the Custom processor speed setting available on the Battery Conservation tab. A Custom processor speed setting applies any time that the computer is running on battery power. In Windows 98-The SpeedStep technology performance modes are independent of all power settings described in this guide or your operating system documentation. 4-20 Managing Power