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Processor Performance Controls, Windows 2000 Processor Controls

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Power Processor Performance Controls On select notebook models, Windows 2000 and Windows XP support software that enables the user to control processor performance. The central processing unit (CPU) speed can be set for optimal performance or for optimal power conservation. For example, the software can be set to trigger an automatic change in processor speed when the power source changes from external power to battery pack power, or when the notebook use changes between active and idle. Processor performance controls vary depending on the operating system. Windows 2000 Processor Controls Windows 2000 notebooks with Intel Mobile processor with SpeedStep technology enable the user to adjust the processor speed. Intel SpeedStep functions independently from the power management settings available through the operating system. You must install SpeedStep separately. Installing Intel SpeedStep (Windows 2000) To install Intel SpeedStep technology, select Start > Programs > Software Setup. A setup wizard loads and displays a list of available applications. Select Intel SpeedStep and follow the instructions on the screen. When installation is complete, you will be prompted to restart the notebook. After you install SpeedStep, a tab is added to the Power Options window, an icon is added to the taskbar, and SpeedStep is automatically enabled. The default SpeedStep settings are Maximum Performance for external power and Battery Optimized mode for battery power. For details on each setting, refer in this chapter to the "Choosing a Performance Mode (Windows 2000)." Software Guide 2-13

Section	Page
Contents	3
Setup	8
Setting Up the Software	8
Installing Optional Software	9
Selecting Regional Settings	10
Selecting Screen Settings	11
Setting Up Wireless LAN and Bluetooth	11
Safeguarding the Notebook	11
Turning Off the Notebook	11
Protecting the Notebook from Power Surges	12
Protecting the Notebook Against Viruses	12
Power	13
Selecting a Power Source	13
Understanding Standby and Hibernation	14
Standby	14
Hibernation	14
Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown	15
When You Leave Your Work	15
When the Power Supply Is Uncertain	16
When Using Infrared Communication or Drive Media	17
Using the Default Power Settings	17
Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off	18
Initiating or Resuming from Hibernation	19
Initiating or Resuming from Standby	21
Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures	22
Managing Power Options	22
Accessing the Power Options Window	23
Displaying the Power Meter Icon	23
Setting or Changing a Power Scheme	24
Using a Security Password	24
Processor Performance Controls	25
Windows 2000 Processor Controls	25
Windows XP Processor Controls	28
Accessing XP Processor Controls	29
Security	31
Security Features Quick Reference	31
Setting Security Preferences in Computer Setup	33
Using Passwords	33
Understanding HP and Windows Passwords	34
HP and Windows Password Guidelines	35
Understanding Power-On Passwords	36
Setting Power-On Passwords	36
Entering Power-On Passwords	37
Understanding HP Administrator Passwords	38
Setting HP Administrator Passwords	39
Entering HP Administrator Passwords	39
Understanding DriveLock	40
Setting DriveLock Passwords	41
Entering DriveLock Passwords	42
Changing DriveLock Passwords	42
Removing DriveLock Protection	43
Disabling a Device	44
Using HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Manager	45
Using System Information	45
Setting System Information Options	46
Using the Smart Card Reader	46
Safeguarding your Smart Card Reader	47
Optical Drive Software	48
Using CDs and DVDs	48
Protecting Playback	48
Observing the Copyright Warning	49
Playing Audio and Video CDs with Windows Media Player	49
Playing a CD	49
Accessing Windows Media Player Help	50
Playing Video CDs and DVDs with Intervideo WinDVD	50
Installing WinDVD	50
Playing Video CDs and DVDs	51
Changing DVD Region Settings	52
Creating CDs with Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator 6	53
Understanding Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 Features	54
Preparing to Use Easy CD & DVD Creator 6	55
Choosing Recording Media	55
Responding to the UDF Prompt	55
Formatting Recording Media	56
Creating CDs	57
Erasing Recorded Media with Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator 6	57
Erasing Recorded Media with Drag-to-Disc	57
Erasing Recorded Media with Creator Classic	58
Selecting Easy CD & DVD Creator 6 Settings	58
Creating DVDs Using InterVideo WinDVD Creator	59
Preparing to Use InterVideo WinDVD Creator	60
Choosing Recording Media	60
Creating DVDs	61
Intelligent Manageability	62
Configuration and Deployment	63
Software Management and Updates	64
HP Client Manager Software	64
Altiris Solutions	65
Altiris PC Transplant Pro	66
System Software Manager	66
MultiBoot	67
Understanding the Default Boot Sequence	68
Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup	69
Understanding MultiBoot Results	70
Setting MultiBoot Preferences	71
Setting a New Default Boot Sequence	71
Setting a MultiBoot Express Prompt	72
Entering MultiBoot Express Preferences	73
Presentation Mode	74
Opening Quick Launch Button Software	75
Changing Presentation Mode Settings	76
Using Presentation Mode	77
Computer Setup	78
Using Computer Setup	78
Accessing Computer Setup	79
Restoring Computer Setup Defaults	79
Selecting from the File Menu	80
Selecting from the Security Menu	81
Selecting from the Tools Menu	82
Selecting from the Advanced Menu	82
Software Updates and Restorations	84
Preparing to Update Software	84
Obtaining the Support Software CD	85
Accessing Notebook Information	85
Downloading Software from the Internet	86
Downloading System ROM	87
Downloading Other Software	88
System Recovery	89
Safeguarding Your Data	89
Setting System Restore Points (Windows XP Only)	89
Repairing the Operating System	90
Reinstalling the Operating System	91
Reinstalling Device Drivers and Other Software	92