Better to run with windows closed?
1576148
Definitely. I do run mine with the windows open sometime, but I it is much more effective with them closed.
30532
yes there is a option in the set up were you can disable. you can run in a hold temp mode also
42153
i have windows 7, runs fine but I stopped the desktop window manager functions to preserve battery life and enhance performance. otherwise, everything runs slowly. I also didn't upgrade the RAM so maybe that's why things are slower with the desktop manager on.
1038852
I run Windows 7 and have been satisfied. An occasional speed bump, but not too annoying.
1580655
I guess it depends how long you need it to run in the event of a power failure. If this is your only computer and only need a very short up time before shutting down it may be over kill for you.
1840098
Yes. I'm assuming you're running on Windows here. These instructions are specific to Win 7, but they shouldn't differ much from Win 8. Go to battery options by clicking on the battery icon on the task bar (bottom right corner). Whichever battery 'plan' is selected/active, edit its options. In the options screen, click on advanced. A list of options should appear. Expand the option for close lid action. The default is probably 'sleep'; change it to 'Do nothing'. Save your changes. Now your laptop will still run when you close your laptop. If it's plugged in to a docking station with a monitor, mouse, and keyboard, you will have a regular desktop! Hope that helps.
347487
You can leave the keyboard on, battery will last very long anyway. May be good to off just to avoid pressing keys and mess up the pc.
1010213
You should be good to go. I don't keep it up all the time, but I have left it connected for weeks at a time. The hard drive is out in the open so it won't really overheat, and there is a power switch on it, so you can turn it off but leave it all setup when the drive is not in use.
1363894
Well, I do not know as it seems pretty neatly closed, but there is always the alternative to use an external and/or network accessible drives. That's what I do over a Gigabit network. Good luck.
2119260
Yes. The software works like any other window application. You can have it open and running in a small window while working on something else. I've done it many times.
1639999
Depends on the depth of the window and the placement of the fan. I have standard size windows and can't close them with the fan and screen in place.
1449449
Probably would give you a few minutes of runtime depend on what actual load your computer is under. Most of the time idling your computer isn't using a ton of power, so it would probably be enough in a power outage to signal the machine to shut down and have enough time to do so. If the power tanks while you're gaming or something intensive, maybe not.. of course it all depends on the hardware you have installed.
913620
I'm using it with Windows 7. I've noticed that every time I shutdown I bluescreen. So, just don't reboot :)
315511
Power down your pc completely . Leave it connected to a wall power source overnight. Should be good to go.
373328
Yes, if you allow it. You can program if off. I did. It announces as your directory list is stored. Could be annoying.
719583
Don't pay extra for Win 7, Windows 8 is fine, especially if you run Windows Classic Shell. It give you back your start button, and all your slide out tile for program files, and what ever, including a slide out tab for the Metro window apps in case you want to use them,Plus its Free! I'm in no way affiliated with the app, but it reall helped several newer users who were lost.I'm an experienced user, but I use it myself.
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open in operational mode or closed to be able to fit into your trunk? please specify