Sony PCV-R532DS - Vaio Digital Studio Desktop Computer User Manual page 218

Amber Computer is in standby mode.
Green Computer is out of standby mode, ready to use.
No color Computer is turned off.
The computer's fan runs at low speed when the computer is in standby mode. This is normal.
Shutting Down Your Computer
When you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time, use the following
procedure to shut down the computer.
To avoid the potential loss of data, do not use the power switch to shut down the computer.
To shut down your computer
If you plan to shut down your computer for a short period of time, you may want to use standby mode
instead. See Using the Standby
1. Click the Start button on the Windows
2. Click Shut Down to display the Shut Down Windows dialog box.
3. Select the Shut down option.
4. Click OK to complete the shutdown process.
Respond to any prompts about saving documents.
5. Wait for your computer to turn off automatically -- the power indicator light turns off.
6. Turn off the display and any other peripherals connected to your computer.
Function.
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taskbar to open the Start menu.
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