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Shutting down the operating system
When you are ready to shut down the computer, follow these instructions to prevent
the loss of unsaved data or damage to the software programs. For more information
about shutting down the operating system, refer to the operating system
documentation that comes with the computer.
Complete the following steps to shut down the operating system.
1. Save any files you are working on.
2. Close all open applications.
3. Click the Windows Start button.
4. Click Shut Down.
5. Select Shut Down; then, click OK to confirm the request.
Turning off the computer
You can turn off the computer as follows:
Statement 5:
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.
v You can press the power control button on the front of the computer. This starts
v You can press and hold the power control button for more than four seconds to
v If you cannot use the power control button to turn off the computer, disconnect
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an orderly shutdown of the operating system, if this feature is supported by the
operating system, and places the computer in standby mode.
Note: After turning off the computer, wait at least five seconds before you press
the power control button to turn on the computer again.
cause an immediate shutdown of the computer and place the computer in
standby mode. You can use this feature if the operating system stops functioning.
the computer power cords from the electrical outlets.
Note: After disconnecting the power cords, wait approximately 15 seconds for
the computer to stop running.
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