4 Default power settings
This section explains the default standby, hibernation, and shutdown procedures. For information about
changing the function of the power features on the computer, refer to "
Power options."
The controls and lights discussed in this chapter are illustrated in "
Power control and light locations."
Turning the computer or display on or off
Task Procedure Result
Turn on the computer. Press the power button.
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The power lights are turned on.
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The operating system loads.
Shut down the computer.* 1. Save your work and close all open
applications.
2. Shut down the computer through the
operating system by selecting Start > Turn
Off Computer > Turn Off*.
NOTE If the system is
unresponsive and you are unable to
shut down the computer with these
procedures, refer to "
Using
emergency shutdown procedures."
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The power lights are turned off.
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The operating system shuts
down.
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The computer is turned off.
Turn off the display while the
power is on.
Close the computer. Closing the computer activates the
display switch, which initiates standby.
*If you have been registered to a network domain, the button you click will be called Shut Down instead of Turn Off
Computer.
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