Compaq PKX301T manual To reset the computer

Basic Operation

Operating Your Computer

You can also customize how these power modes work—see the chapter titled “Batteries and Power Management” in the Reference Guide on the Documentation Library CD included with your computer.

To reset the computer

Occasionally, you may find that Windows or the computer has stopped responding, and will not let you turn the computer off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed.

•If possible, shut down Windows: press CTRL+ALT+DEL, and then click Shut Down, Restart.

–or, if this fails–

•Press the power button for 4 seconds until the display shuts down, and then press the power button again to restart.

–or, if this fails–

•Insert the tip of a ballpoint pen into the reset button on the bottom of the computer, and then press the power button to restart.

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