Toshiba m3 User Guide

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Learning the Basics
Powering down the computer
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TECHNICAL NOTE: Before using any of these options to power 
down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk 
activity lights are off.
If you change your mind and decide to continue working after 
all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.
Using Turn Off or Shut down 
The Turn Off or Shut down command shuts the computer 
down completely. Use the Turn Off command if you are using 
the Windows XP Professional operating system when not 
connected to a domain server.
Use the Shut down command if you are using the Windows 
XP Professional operating system and are connected to a 
domain server.
When you start up again, the computer runs a self-test and 
loads the operating system. You must open any programs and 
files you want to use. 
Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down:
No power is used while the computer is shut down. This 
is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your 
computer for an extended time.
Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most 
time and battery power.
When starting up again, the system does not 
automatically open the programs and files you were 
using.
For the Windows XP Professional operating system, follow 
these steps to shut down the computer:
1
Click Start, and then Shut down.
The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears.