Hints and tips for DOS

You can use the ThinkPad(R) Configuration Program from the DOS prompt. To start the program, do the following:

1. For Windows(R) XP, click Start -> All Programs -> Accessories -> Command Prompt. For Windows 2000, click Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> Command Prompt.

   The DOS prompt window appears.

2. Type PS2 ? at the DOS prompt.

   The ThinkPad Configuration online help appears:

 

 

C:\>PS2 ? (C) Copyright IBM Corp. 1993, 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. Command Syntax: PS2 [Parameter1] [Parameter2] [Parameter3] Following are available [Parameter1]. For the complete command syntax, type 'PS2 ? [Parameter]'. 1.Power Management related

 

 

3. Select an item from the menu, and follow the instructions on the screen to set the features.

   You can also create a batch file to match your operating environment. For example, here is a batch file you might create to extend your battery's operating time:

@Echo Off Rem SAMPLE:Set the parameters to provide maximum power utilization. Rem ============================================================= PS2 PMode Custom DC > Nul PS2 LCd 3 > Nul PS2 DISK 3 > Nul PS2 POwer 5 > Nul PS2 SPeed Fixed Slow > Nul PS2 IR Disable > Nul