Windows 7 Aero theme when on battery
This is how I got it working.
Change the power profile to "Power Saver" (How to: Right click on the battery icon on the desktop > select "Power options" > Select "Power Saver")
Unplug the charger and then go to "Personalize" (right click on the desktop select "Personalize ")
Click windows color > switch OFF "Enable Transparency"
Save changes and exit "Personalize"
Plug in the charger and then go to "Personalize" (right click on the desktop select "Personalize")
Click windows color > switch ON "Enable Transparency"
Save changes and exit "Personalize"
I think this should solve your problem.
Check the power management settings. It should be in the advanced settings.
Not at a laptop at the moment, but Power Options > Change Advanced Settings
You may need to click on the link to 'view options not visible' (or something to that effect)