Sony pcv-rx202 User Manual
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Using your VAIO desktop
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Using Standby mode
If you plan to stop using your computer for a short period of time (not overnight), you can put it into
Standby mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer into Standby mode saves energy
and allows a quick return to normal computer use.
Standby mode instead of turning it off completely. Putting the computer into Standby mode saves energy
and allows a quick return to normal computer use.
To set the timer for your computer to automatically enter Standby mode after a certain amount of time,
go to Control Panel and open Power Options.
go to Control Panel and open Power Options.
To activate Standby mode manually, use one of these two methods:
Use the Standby button:
1
Save your work, close all applications and close your Internet connection, if applicable.
2
Press the Standby
button at the top of the keyboard.
The computer goes into Standby mode, indicated by the umber light.
Use the Windows
®
taskbar:
1
Save your work, close all applications and close your Internet connection, if applicable.
2
From the Start menu on the Windows
®
taskbar, select Turn Off Computer.
Alternatively, press <Alt>+<F4> to get to the same dialog box.
3
Select Stand By.
The computer goes into Standby mode, indicated by the umber light.
The computer goes into Standby mode, indicated by the umber light.
To return to Normal mode, choose from the following:
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Press any key on the keyboard.
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Press the Standby button again.
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Press one of the S Keys on the keyboard.
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Quickly press the power button on your computer.