Gateway E-265M Gateway Notebook Reference Guide (Windows XP) - Page 70
Extending battery life, Maximizing battery performance, Conserving battery power
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CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery(ies), we recommend that you initially condition (fully charge and discharge) your new battery(ies) a few times during the first several weeks of use, to let them reach their maximum rated capacity. Over the long term, use the battery(ies) at least once a month, even if they were kept in a cool, dry place for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this puts additional strain on the battery(ies). Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are better for a lithium-ion battery than one complete discharge, and recharging a partially charged lithium-ion battery does not cause harm because there is no memory. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery(ies) to power your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is comfortable. • Disconnect all external devices, like IEEE 1394 and USB devices. • Remove PC Cards when you do not need them. Many PC Cards use a small amount of power while inserted, even if they are not being used. • Close the LCD panel to turn off the display while you are not using your notebook. The display stays off until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your notebook is not in use. Tip For more information about using Hibernate mode, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on page 71. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of an external mouse. • Decrease or mute speaker volume. • Turn off all scheduled tasks. 62