HP CQ42-320CA manual Turning off the computer

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Chapter 3: What's next?

Turning off the computer

Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure:

1.Save your work and close all open programs.

2.Click Start, and then click Shut Down.

If you are unable to turn off the computer with these steps, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs:

ÄCAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of unsaved information.

■Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the lower-right corner of the screen, click the Shut Down button.

■Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.

■Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.

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Contents Page User Guides Subscription Services for Business NotebookWindows Users Linux UsersEnd User License Agreement Eula Contacting Customer SupportSerial Number Label Information Warranty Information Contents Appendix B Specifications Getting started Connecting to the InternetWindows TouchPadProtecting your computer from viruses Identifying installed software and hardwareFinding Help and Support Finding the user guidesGetting started Page Windows desktop Identifying the Windows desktop featuresWindows desktop Whats next? Creating recovery discsProtecting the computer Protecting your computer from virusesProtecting the computer from power surges Using the computer safelyProtecting your privacy Choosing the type of Internet access available Choosing an ISP Using Internet Services & OffersSetting up a wireless network Connecting to an existing wireless networkPurchase high-speed Internet service Purchase and install a wireless routerConfigure the computer to connect to the wireless network Connecting to a wired network Updating the software installed on the computer Installing additional hardware and softwareInstalling hardware Locating and installing softwareTurning off the computer Page Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingQuick troubleshooting Computer is unable to start upSoftware is functioning abnormally Computer is on but is not respondingComputer is unusually warm An external device is not working Wireless network connection is not workingPage Appendix a Backup and recovery Backing up your information Using system restore points Using Windows Backup and RestoreRecovering using the recovery discs Performing a recoveryRecovering using the partition on the hard drive Page Appendix B Specifications Input powerOperating environment Appendix B Specifications Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Cleaning the displayAppendix C Routine care Traveling and shippingAppendix C Routine care Index Index Index

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