Dell HW049 Personal Computer User Manual


 
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Using Your XPS One
Customizing Your Energy Settings
You can use the power options in your operating
system to configure the power settings on your
computer. Microsoft
®
Windows Vista
®
provides
three default options:
Balanced• — This power option offers full
performance when you need it and saves
power during periods of inactivity.
Power saver• — This power option saves
power on your computer by reducing system
performance to maximize the life of the
computer and by reducing the amount of
energy consumed by your computer over its
lifetime.
High performance• — This power option
provides the highest level of system
performance on your computer by adapting
processor speed to your activity and by
maximizing system performance.
Backing Up Your Data
It is recommended that you periodically back
up files and folders on your computer. To back
up files:
Click 1. Start
Control Panel System
and MaintenanceWelcome Center
Transfer files and settings.
Click 2. Continue on the User Account Control
window and follow the instructions on the
screen.
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by
country.
To connect to the Internet, you need an external
modem or network connection and an Internet
service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one
or more of the following Internet connection
options:
DSL connections that provide high-speed •
Internet access through your existing