NEC VERSA VXi, User Manual

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Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-17
Other BIOS Setup Options
BIOS Setup offers other options, including the following:
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Change Language Setting — Controls the BIOS setup language display. English,
French, and Japanese are the available options.
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Refresh Battery — Launches the Refresh Battery utility. Once launched, the utility
fully discharges your battery to eliminate any residual memory effect. Once
refreshed, your battery is conditioned to recharge to its full capacity. To recharge
the battery, connect your NEC Versa to AC power. This process may take up to
four hours to complete.
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Auto Configuration with Defaults — Loads default settings.
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Save Settings and Exit — Accepts changes made to current settings, saves to
CMOS, and exits BIOS Setup.
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Exit Without Saving — Reverts to previously selected settings and exits Setup.
Managing System Power
In the Windows 98/2000 environment, your NEC Versa manages its power resources
using the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) while the system is
powered on using AC or battery (DC) power. ACPI enables the operating system to
manage the power given to each attached device and to turn off a device when not in
use.
In the Windows NT environment, your NEC Versa also uses SystemSoft’s
PowerProfiler to manage power resources and to balance performance with battery
conservation. Access PowerProfiler via its taskbar icon or via the Programs menu.
Take advantage of the opportunity to manage power on your system to:
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Minimize battery drain.
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Preserve the life of your NEC Versa.
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Save time. When you return from that urgent call or meeting, you don’t have to
reboot, just press the Power button to resume system operation.
Windows 98 Power Management Properties
In Windows 98, most ACPI power management settings are controlled through
Windows Power Management Properties, not through the BIOS Setup utility, unless
otherwise noted. To access Windows 98 Power Management Properties, go to Start,
Settings, Control Panel, and double click Power Management.