3.2Turning off the computer

3.2.1Using the OS shut down function

If you are using Windows® Vista™:

1.Click the Start button then select Shut Down.

2.The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down.

If you are using Windows® XP:

1.Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer.

2.Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer.

3.The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down.

3.2.2Using the dual function power switch

While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section 4.6 Power Menu for details.

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Chapter 3: Powering up