Sony VAIO PCV-RX360DS Service Manual page 41

Using the Standby Function
When you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time, you can
put it in standby mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer
in standby mode saves energy and allows a quick return to normal computer use.
You can use any of the following three methods for activating the standby mode.
To set the computer in standby mode using the Standby key
1 Save your work, close all applications, and close your dial-up Internet
connection, if applicable.
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You can leave the Windows® operating system running.
2 Press the (Standby) key on the top of the keyboard.
The computer goes into standby mode.
To set the computer in standby mode using the Windows taskbar
1 Save your work, close all applications, and close your dial-up Internet
connection, if applicable.
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You can leave the Windows operating system running.
2 From the Start menu on the Windows taskbar, select Shut Down.
3 Select Standby.
4 Click OK.
The computer goes into standby mode.
To let the computer go into standby mode automatically
1 Save your work, close all applications, and close your dial-up Internet
connection, if applicable.
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You can leave the Windows operating system running
2 Click My Computer on your desktop.
Using the Standby Function
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