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3 Getting Started
Powering OFF the Notebook PC
In Windows XP, the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Turn off (or
Shut down). For operating systems without proper power management (DOS, Windows NT), you
must power OFF the Notebook PC by holding the power switch for 2 seconds (as opposed to 1 second
to power ON) after closing applications and exiting operating systems. Holding the power switch for 2
seconds is necessary in order to prevent accidental power-OFFs.
The screens are different depending on your security settings.
Emergency Shutdown
In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are two additional ways to
shutdown your Notebook PC:
(1) Hold the power button
over 4 seconds, or (2) Press the shutdown button
.
TIP: Use a straightened paper clip to
press the shutdown button.