Mbp late 2009- switching from 9600/9400

Is it not possible to set the graphics card to use the 9600 when connected to a power source
and the 9400 when its on battery power
I see the setting to allow me to change this- but whenever I switch one setting (the other one changes as well)
cant figure out how to do this

No, it isn't, because a log-out and back in again is always necessary when making the switch.

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