Re: [Blind-Computing] Optimal netbook power settings

2011-01-03 Thread Norma A. Boge
I am aware of what you speak of. I was, however, hoping to get specific information on how others have their power options set. I did say in my original message that my netbook is an Asus, for what that's worth. If anyone else is running a netbook with XP home, I'd be curious about their pow

Re: [Blind-Computing] Optimal netbook power settings

2010-12-28 Thread Jackie McBride
Well, Norma, u don't tell us what type of netbook it is, how big is the display, its resolution, etc. I do a couple things in this situation. Generallly speaking, there is 1 or a couple utilities located in the system tray to accomplish them. 1) I disable the camera & enable it only when I want it

[Blind-Computing] Optimal netbook power settings

2010-12-28 Thread Norma A. Boge
Hey everybody, I'm using XP SP3 on my Asus netbook and I'm unclear about which power settings will avail me of the maximum battery life between charges. Currently, I'm getting only about 45 minutes with the following max battery settings: Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Me