Sony PCG-V505 quick start Why won’t my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode?

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VAIO® Computer Quick Start

Why won’t my computer enter Standby or Hibernate mode?

Your computer may become unstable if the operating mode is changed before the computer completely enters Standby or Hibernate.

To restore the computer to normal operating stability:

1Close all open programs.

2Restart the computer. Follow these steps:

1Press the Windows key .

2Press U.

3Press R to select restart.

4Press Enter.

3If the computer does not restart, follow these steps:

1Press the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys simultaneously. The Windows Security dialog box appears.

2Press the Right Arrow key to select Shut Down.

3Press Enter.

4Press R to select restart.

5Press Enter.

4If this procedure does not work, press and hold the power button or slide and hold the power switch until the computer shuts down.

Why don’t my changes appear on the computer screen (LCD)?

You may need to refresh the computer screen. Press and hold the Windows key , and press D twice.

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