Sony SVJ20225CLB Users Guide - Page 185

VAIO User Guide Troubleshooting How to Use Windows 8: The Basics Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Backup / Recovery Security Other Operations Notifications © 2013 Sony Corporation Search Back | Back to Top Shutting Down Your VAIO Computer Properly shut down your VAIO computer to avoid losing unsaved data. 1. Save your data and close all running apps. 2. Turn off any peripherals connected to your VAIO computer. 3. Open the charms [Details], and then select the Settings charm. 4. Select Power and Shut down. After a short time, your VAIO computer automatically turns off and the green power indicator light turns off. Note An improper shutdown may cause loss of unsaved data or cause your VAIO computer to malfunction. To disconnect your VAIO computer completely from an AC power source, turn off the computer, and then unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. To fully shut down your VAIO computer Fully shut down your VAIO computer by placing the computer into ACPI S5 mode. This mode will take more time during the start-up process than usual. 1. Save your data and close all running apps. 2. Turn off any peripherals connected to your VAIO computer. 3. Open the charms [Details], and then select the Settings charm. 4. Select Power, press and hold down the Shift key, and then select Shut down. After a short time, your VAIO computer automatically turns off and the green power indicator light turns off. Hint ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) is an open industry specification for power management of PC/AT compatible devices and device configuration. In S5 mode, your VAIO computer is in a system sleep and soft off state. Related Topic Turning on Your VAIO Computer Restarting Your VAIO Computer Using Sleep Mode Notes on Using the Power Source 185