Sony PCV-RS400 Turning Off your Computer, To turn off your computer, About the power button

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VAIO Computer Quick Start

Turning Off your Computer

Follow these steps when you are ready to turn off your computer for an extended period of time.

To avoid loss of data, do not use the Power button to turn off the computer.

To turn off your computer

1Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then select Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box appears.

2Select the Turn Off option.

Respond to any prompts about saving your documents.

3Wait for your computer to turn off automatically—the power indicator light turns off.

4Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.

If you plan to turn off your computer for a short period of time, use Stand by mode.

About the power button

If your system stops responding, press and hold the Power button for more than six seconds to force your system to shut down. You may need to repeat this procedure if your system does not shut down on the first attempt.

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