NOTE:
If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or
Hibernation before shutdown is possible by briefly pressing the power button.
1.
Save your work and close all open programs.
2.
From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen.
3.
When the charms list opens, click
Settings
, click the
Power
icon, and then click
Shut down
.
If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try
the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:
●
Press
ctrl
+
alt
+
delete
, click the
Power
icon, and then select
Shut Down
.
●
Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.
●
Disconnect the computer from external power.
●
Remove the battery.
Shutting down (turning off) the computer
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