| 1) Use the AC adapter! Make sure you connect your PDA to the AC adapter (or put it in the
cradle) whenever you are close to a power outlet. This will not only recharge the battery,
but also help extend its life.
2) If you don't use it, power it down!
You have the option of setting your device to turn off
automatically after a specific period of time, if you do not use it. The time can vary
from 1 to 5 minutes - or more, depending on your brand. On most PDA's, you can adjust this
setting by going to "On battery power".
3) It doesn't need to be so bright! Adjust it.
A very bright screen consumes a lot of power and it is
probably more than you need. In most cases, you won't even notice the difference if you
adjust the brightness down a little bit. This will work wonders on your battery though, it
won't have to work so hard, therefore it will last longer! You can adjust this by going to
Start>Settings>System>Backlight>Brightness. Adjust the bar named "On
Battery".
4) Do you really need that backlight on all the time?
As with powering it down, you have the option to have the
backlighting turn off automatically after a certain period of time (if you don't use it).
You can have a lapse time of 10 seconds up to 5 minutes. Go to
Start>Settings>System>Backlight>Battery Power. Check the box labeled
"Turn off backlight..." and select your time.
5) How about those PC and CF cards? Get rid of them
when you don't use them!
If you are not using PC and CF cards, remove them from
your system. This includes file storage cards and I/O cards like modems and wireless LAN
cards.
Moral of the story: set your PDA on the lowest settings
(or the lowest that is comfortable for you). Remove any unused devices, as they consume
power that could be used otherwise.
If you have any questions, please ask: questions@laptopsforless.com.
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