L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T h r e e
POWER OFF
Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Second Edition or 2000 Professional Start menu, check that the Hard Drive, DVD,
C A U T I O N
Be sure to close all files, exit all applications, and shut down your operating system prior to turning off the power with the power switch. If files are open when you turn the power off, you will lose any changes that have not been saved, and may cause disk errors.
Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows allows your notebook to complete its operations and turn off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The proper sequence is:
1.Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.
2.Select the Shut Down option from within the Windows Shut Down dialog box.
3.Click OK to shut down your notebook.
4.Move the power switch to the off position.
If you are going to store your notebook for a month or more see Care and Maintenance Section.
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