So a while back, Kristan Kenney wrote a very thought out guide to Power management in Windows Vista.  His guide included how to use the various features of the power management control panel and how to optimize Vista’s power settings for optimal battery life on any laptop, whether it be an ultra-portable or a desktop replacement system.

As many of you know, his blog at Windows-Now, where he posted this guide is now gone (might have something to do with the fact that he went over to the dark side *cough* MAC USER *cough*).  I have found a copy of the guide and have posted it on this site in the interest of preserving such a great piece of work.  So without further ado, I give you the Windows Vista Power Guide:

Windows Vista Power Guide by Kristan Kenney