User`s guide

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Contents
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Power management........................................101
Using additional batteries ...............................101
Charging batteries.................................................102
Charging the main battery...............................102
Charging the RTC battery................................103
Monitoring main battery power.............................104
Determining remaining battery power.............106
What to do when the main battery runs low ...108
Setting battery alarms.....................................108
Conserving battery power ..............................109
Power Profiles ................................................110
Using a hot key to set the Power Profile .........111
Changing the main battery....................................112
Removing the battery from the computer .......112
Inserting a charged battery .............................114
Taking care of your battery ...................................115
Safety precautions ..........................................115
Maximizing battery life....................................116
Disposing of used batteries ..................................118
Traveling tips ........................................................119
Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features.......120
Windows
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XP special features..............................120
Personalizing your desktop...................................121
Customizing the taskbar .................................121
Bringing the world to your desktop.................122
Changing desktop and browsing style ............123
Personalizing individual windows ...................125
Customizing window toolbars.........................125
Displaying information about each folder .......126
Setting up for communications.............................127
Determining the COM port .............................128
Connecting the modem to a telephone line.....129
Connecting your computer to a network ........131