Getting Help About The Windows Operating System - Lenovo ThinkPad E560 User Manual

How to turn off my computer?
• For Windows 7: Open the Start menu, and then click Shut down.
• For Windows 10: Open the Start menu, click
How do I access Control Panel?
• For Windows 7: Open the Start menu, and then click Control Panel.
• For Windows 10: Right-click the Start button, and then click Control Panel.
How to use the battery power more effectively?
• To conserve power, or to suspend operation without exiting programs or saving files, see "Power-saving
modes" on page 27.
• To achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, create and apply power plans.
See "Managing the battery power" on page 26
• If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, you can prevent battery power
from draining by removing the battery. Look for more information about using the battery in "Power
management" on page 25.
Concerned about security or need to securely dispose of data stored on your internal storage drive?
• Study Chapter 5 "Security" on page 47 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and
unauthorized use.
• Use the Password Manager program to protect the data stored on your computer. For details, see the
help information system of the program.
• Before you dispose of the data on the internal storage drive, be sure to read "Notice on deleting data from
your internal storage drive" on page 55.
Need to give presentations or attach an external monitor often?
• Ensure that you follow the procedure in the topic "Connecting an external display" on page 31.
• With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and an external
monitor.
You have been using your computer for some time already, and it is getting slower?
• Follow the "General tips for preventing problems" on page 75.
• Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software. See "Diagnosing problems"
on page 81.
• Check for recovery solutions in Chapter 9 "Recovery overview" on page 101.
Print the following sections and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this
online help when necessary.
• "Installing a new operating system" on page 57
• "Computer stops responding" on page 81
• "Power problems" on page 95

Getting help about the Windows operating system

The Windows help information system provides you with detailed information about using the Windows
operating system to help you get the most of your computer. To access the Windows help information
system, do one of the following:
• For Windows 7: Open the Start menu, and then click Help and Support.
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Power, and then click Shut down.