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Learning the Basics
Turning off the computer
Using Standby
To power down the computer using the Standby command,
click Start, Shut Down, select Stand by from the drop
down menu, then click OK.
The computer saves the status of all open programs and
files to memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-
power mode. The on/off light blinks amber indicating the
machine is in Standby mode.
Going into Standby mode more quickly
You can also put the computer into Standby mode by either
pressing the power button or closing the display panel.
To use any of these methods, you first need to enable them
in Toshiba's Power Saver utility.
1
Open the Start menu, point to Settings, then click
Control Panel.
2
In the Control Panel window, double-click the Power
Saver icon. If the Toshiba Power Saver icon is not
present: click View all control panel options on the left
side of the panel.
3
In the Running on batteries area, click the Details
button, then select the System Power Mode tab.
4
Select Standby for the options you want.
When I press the power button
Set this option to Standby for the computer to go
into Standby mode when you press the power
button.
When I close the lid
Set this option to Standby for the computer to go
into Standby mode when you close the display
panel.
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