Turning Off Your Computer; After Working Inside Your Computer - Dell Latitude 6430u Owner's Manual

Turning Off Your Computer

CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your
computer.
1. Shut down the operating system:
– In Windows 8: If you using a touch-enabled device:
Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, opening the Charms menu and select Settings. Select the
and then select Shut down
– In Windows 8: If using a mouse:
Point to upper-right corner of the screen and click Settings. Click on the
– In Windows 7:
Click Start
– In Windows Vista:
Click Start
click Shut Down.
2. Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not
automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 6
seconds to turn them off.

After Working Inside Your Computer

After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before
turning on your computer.
1. Replace the cover.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the
computer.
2. Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.
3. Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
4. Turn on your computer.
5. If required, verify that the computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics.
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, then click Shut Down.
, then click the arrow in the lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown below, and then
and then select Shut down.