eco Utility
This computer is equipped with "eco mode". This mode slightly lowers
performance of some devices to reduce electric power consumption. You
can realize measurable power savings by using it continuously.
eco Utility helps control the power consumption of your computer. It also
provides information that can help you understand your degree of
contribution to the preservation of the environment.
In addition, this utility provides the Peak shift function that can help reduce
power usage during periods of peak demand by shifting some power
consumption to periods when demand is lower.
The utility also supports "eco Charge Mode". The battery will not be fully
charged in this mode, which extends the life cycle of the battery.
It is recommended that you use the computer with the AC adaptor
connected whenever possible as the battery operating time is
comparatively short in this mode.
Depending on the usage situation, the life cycle of the battery might not be
extended properly.
To access this utility, click
Start -> dynabook Settings -> eco Utility
.
For details on eco Utility, click
Please click here for more information
before you use eco Utility
in this tab to see the help file.
USB Charging
Your computer can supply USB Bus power (DC5V) to the USB port.
The port with the icon ( ) supports the following feature:
USB Sleep and Charge
System ON CDP Charge
USB Sleep and Charge
You can use the Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB-
compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital
music players. Your computer can supply USB bus power (DC5V) to the
compatible port even when the computer is turned OFF, which includes
Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode, and shutdown state.
To set USB Sleep and Charge feature, click
Start -> dynabook Settings -
> USB Charge
.
Move the slider to enable or disable the Sleep and Charge function.
The Sleep and Charge function might not work with certain external
devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification. In those
cases, turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device.
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