Introduction
Dell Power Manager software provides simplified and efficient power management capabilities for Dell notebooks and
tablets running Windows 7 and Windows 8 operating systems.
Key Features
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Battery Information
capabilities.
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Advanced Charge Mode
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Dell Enhanced Power Plans
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Group Policies
– Easily apply default settings and/or prevent users from changing power alerts system events,
power management, and battery settings.
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System Event Notifications
detected to help prevent battery damage.
Accessing the Software
To open the Dell Power Manager user interface, click the Windows Start button, and then do one of the following:
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Click Control Panel → Dell Power Manager.
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Click Control Panel → Power Options, and then click Dell Power Manager in the left pane.
Dell Power Manager in the Search programs and files field.
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Enter
– Display health information for up to six installed batteries, depending on system
– Control battery charging to prolong battery life.
– Manage heat, performance, and acoustic levels.
– Display power-related system notifications when unsupported power adapters are
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