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Hardware and Software Guide 3–15
Power Preferences
Using Power Schemes
A power scheme controls the amount of power the computer uses
while running on external power or on a battery pack, and also
sets the computer to initiate standby or hibernation after a period
of inactivity you specify.
To select a preset power scheme or create a custom power
scheme:
» Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance > Power Options, and then follow the
instructions on the screen.
Setting a Security Prompt
You can add a security feature that prompts you for a password
when the computer is turned on, resumes from standby, or
restores from hibernation.
To set a password prompt:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced tab.
2. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes
from standby check box, and then click OK.
3. Click Apply.
For information about other passwords and security features,
refer to Chapter 6, “Security.”