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Shutting down (turning off) the computer – HP Pavilion 11-h112nr x2 PC User Manual

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Shutting down (turning off) the computer

CAUTION:

Unsaved information is lost when the computer shuts down. Be sure to save your work

before shutting down the computer.

The Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns
off the display and computer.

Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions:

When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB or video
port

When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended
period

Although you can turn off the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use
the Windows Shut down command:

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 to reveal the
charms.

3.

Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Shut down.

– or –

Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner of the screen, select Shut down, and then
select 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:

To shut down the unresponsive tablet:

Press both the Windows key and the power button at the same time.

To shut down the unresponsive tablet when it is connected to the keyboard base:

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.

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