3-18 Using the BIOS Setup UtilityManaging System PowerIn the Windows 98 environment, your NEC Versa manages its power resources usingthe Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) while the system is poweredon using AC or DC (battery) power. ACPI enables the operating system to manage thepower given to each attached device and to turn off a device when not in use.In the Windows 95 environment, your NEC Versa uses the Advanced PowerManagement (APM) utility to manage and conserve power while the system is poweredon using AC or battery power.In the Windows NT environment, your NEC Versa also uses SystemSoft’sPowerProfiler to manage power resources and to balance performance with batteryconservation. Access PowerProfiler via its taskbar icon or via the Programs menu.Take advantage of the opportunity to manage power on your system to:! Minimize battery drain.! Preserve the life of your NEC Versa.! Save time. When you return from that urgent call or meeting, you don’t have toreboot, just press the Power button to resume system operation.Windows 98 Power Management PropertiesIn Windows 98, most ACPI power management settings are controlled throughWindows Power Management Properties, not through the BIOS Setup Utility, unlessotherwise noted. To access Windows Power Management Properties, go to Start,Settings, Control Panel, and double click Power Management.The Power Management Properties features are broken down as follows:! Power Schemes! Alarms! Power Meter! Advanced! Hibernate
