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The Intelligent Cooling feature helps you adjust power consumption, fan speed, computer temperature, and performance.

For models with Windows 10

The Intelligent Cooling feature is adjusted through Windows Power Slider.

Do the following to select a preferred mode:

  1. Click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area.
  2. Move the slider to the left or right to select a preferred mode.

on ac power

Positions for three modes on the slider when ac power is attached

on battery power

Positions for three modes on the slider when ac power is not attached

For models with Windows 11

The Intelligent Cooling feature is adjusted through Windows Settings.

  1. Right-click the battery icon in the quick settings area Network, Sound, or Battery icon on the right side of the taskbar.
  2. Click Power and sleep settings.
  3. Locate the Power mode section and select a preferred mode.
    1. Best Power efficiency: power consumption, fan speed, and performance are lowered to get your computer quieter and more eco-friendly, and to get the best battery life.
    2. Balanced: power consumption, fan speed, and performance are balanced.
    3. Best Performance: the maximum performance is prioritized, allowing higher temperature and fan speed.