Next steps
Turning off the computer correctly
Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the
standard shutdown procedure:
1. Save your work and close all open applications.
2. Shut down the computer through the operating system by
clicking
Start
, clicking the arrow next to the Lock button,
and then clicking
Shut Down
.
If you are unable to turn off the computer with these
procedures, try the following emergency shutdown
procedures in the sequence provided:
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CAUTION:
Using one of the following emergency shutdown procedures
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
■
Press
ctrl+alt+delete
. Then, in the lower-right corner of the
screen, click the
Power
button.
■
Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
■
Disconnect the computer from external power and remove
the battery.
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