User's Manual

Starting and Stopping the
Computer
There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer.
Starting the Computer
You always start the computer using the power button.
A computer starts up with an operating system (OS) existing on the storage
device such as the hard disk. The computer will automatically load the OS
after you turn it on. This process is called booting.
Stopping the Computer
When you finish a working session, you can stop the computer by turning
off the power or leaving the computer in Sleep or Hibernation mode:
To stop in
this mode...
Do this...
To start up or
resume again
Off
Click Start  Shut Down … This can
prevent loss of unsaved data or damage
to your software programs.
If the system is locked up because of
hardware or software problems, press the
power button to turn off the computer.
Press the power
button.
Sleep
Depending on your settings in Windows,
you can place the computer in Sleep
mode by:
 Closing the display cover
Press any key.