Get To Know Surface 2; Power States: On, Off, Standby, And Restart - Microsoft 8QF-00032 User Manual

Get to know Surface 2

Now that you've added your accounts, let's go a little deeper.

Power states: On, off, standby, and restart

Here's a quick overview of the Surface power states:
State
On
Wake
Off (Shut down)
Standby
Restart
Turn on or wake
1. Do any of the following things:
On/Wake: Press and release the Power button.

Wake: Open the Cover.

Wake: Press a key or the Windows logo

The lock screen appears with app notifications. For more info, see
2. To unlock Surface, swipe up from the bottom of the screen or press a key.
3. Sign in to Surface. Need help? See the
Tip
You can set the amount of time before a password is needed to unlock your Surface. For more info, see

Choose when a password is required
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What to do
Press and release the Power button (you'll feel a vibration).
If nothing happens, Surface might need to be recharged.
and then press the Power button again.
Do any of the following:
Press and release the Power button.

Open the Cover.

Press a key or the Windows logo

Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds, then swipe down on the screen. Or
open the Settings charm, tap or click
Close the Cover, press and release the Power button, or don't use Surface for a few
minutes.
Open the Settings charm, tap or click
Accounts and sign in section
in this guide.
on Surface.
Power > Shut down.
Power > Restart.
on Surface.
Notifications
in this guide.
Connect the power supply
in this guide.
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