How to disable power management settings in Windows XP/Vista/7?
In some systems it is necessary to disable Windows default power management settings in order for a drive or program to function properly. The steps below will assist in disabling, or re-enabling these settings. Disable power management settings in Windows XP To begin, right-click on any unused portion of your desktop
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How to disable power management settings in Windows XP/Vista/7?