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Starting your notebook
Warning
Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin.
Caution
Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do not use the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
Tips & Tricks
For more information about changing the power button mode, see “Changing
To start your notebook:
1Slide the latch on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel.
2Press the power button located above the keyboard.
Tips & Tricks
For more information about Standby mode, see “Changing power modes” in the online User Guide.
3If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the
When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you close the LCD panel without turning off your notebook, it may enter a
Turning off your notebook
Important | To turn off your notebook: |
If for some reason you cannot use the | 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog |
Turn Off Computer option in Windows to | |
turn off your notebook, press and hold | box opens. |
the power button for about five seconds, | |
then release it. |
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2Click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook.
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