Frequently Asked Questions
The ecobutton™ acts as a strong visual reminder and prompt for you to save electricity each time your computer is going to be left idle. The ecobutton™ is illuminated and sits on your table/desk top next to your keyboard. It connects to your computer via a USB cable.

Each time you take a short or long break, a phone call, go for a meting etc. you simply press the ecobutton™ and your computer is put into energy saving 'ecomode' which ensures that both your computer and monitor draw only the same nominal power as when they are shut down!

Q: Will ecobutton™ work on my computer?
A: ecobutton™ will only work on PC's (A MAC version will be available later). Some older computers and some hp computers may have difficulty in reactivation. This is a problem with the computer bios and not the software.

Q: Does the ecobutton™ also work the same on laptops?
A: Yes. However, you may need to reactivate by pressing the on switch first.

Q: What systems does it run on?
A: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista 32 bit.

Q: How much space is required?
A: Less than 5Mb of disk space and a minimum of 256Kb RAM.

Q: Does it need an Administrator to run?
A: Administrative rights will be required to install the software.

Q: What are Administrative rights?
A: If your computer is part of a network you may need to check with your IT department.

Q: I am not allowed to download software from the web.
A: Then please contact us to arrange a disc to be sent to you (nominal charge applicable).

Q: Will ecobutton™ affect my internet connection?
A: All internet traffic will be suspended when the ecobutton™ is used although in most cases, it will simply continue from where the connection was left off when reconnection is made. Uploads may be affected if interrupted by use of the ecobutton™, but in most cases, it will simply continue when when reconnection is made.

Q: Will anybody else be able to access my computer when in 'ecomode'?
A: No. No one can access the computer when it is in ecomode. For added security systems can be set to require a password on resume.

Q: How much will I save?
A: This is totally dependant on how your specific system is configured and the use to which it is put, but can be measured fairly accurately by using the built in meter.

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