●
When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video
port
●
When the tablet will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period
Although you can turn off the tablet with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the
Windows Shut down command:
NOTE:
If the tablet is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation
before shutdown is possible by briefly pressing the power button.
1.
Save your work and close all open programs.
2.
From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the
charms.
3.
Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Shut down.
– or –
Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner of the screen, select Shut down or sign out,
and then select Shut down.
If the tablet is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the
following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:
●
Press
ctrl
+
alt
+
delete
, click the Power icon, and then select Shut Down.
●
Press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds.
●
Disconnect the tablet from external power.
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