Toshiba Tecra M2V Series User Manual page 118

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Learning the Basics
Powering down the computer
NOTE
To power down the computer using the Standby command,
click Start, Turn Off Computer, and select Stand By.
Sample Turn Off Computer Windows dialog box
NOTE
The computer saves the status of all open programs and files,
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
In addition, you can put the computer into Standby mode by
either pressing the power button or closing the display panel.
You can also specify an amount of time after which the
computer automatically goes into Standby mode.
When starting up again, the computer returns to the mode
in which you left it, including all open programs and files
you were using.
If you power down using the Standby command and the main
battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure
to save your work first.
If you hold down
Turn Off Computer dialog box. To enter hibernation mode, you
must hold down
, Stand By becomes Hibernate in the
Shift
while you select Hibernate.
Shift