Dell Alienware m17 R2 Setup and Specifications - Page 17

Hybrid power The Hybrid power feature enables your computer to function optimally during the following instances of heavy loading. Examples of heavy loading include: • Graphics and processor-intensive applications and/or gaming • External power loading from devices relying on your computer as a power source such as gaming mice, keyboards, external speakers, and headsets When during instances of heavy loading, system performance is maintained through hybrid power. Hybrid power coordinates the power drawn from the power adapter and battery, allowing power to be drawn from the battery for up to five percent per hour with the power adapter plugged in. This feature is disabled when the battery falls below 20 percent charge. The following table shows the different scenarios and benefits of hybrid power: Table 20. Hybrid power feature description Battery capacity 100%~20% Feature description When the battery charge reaches 100 percent and the power adapter is plugged in, battery stops charging to avoid lithiumion degradation. Under heavy loading, hybrid power is enabled and battery charge will deplete to maintain system performance. If your computer is no longer under heavy load, battery will resume charging.