Toshiba Tecra M4-S635 User Guide - Page 83

Getting Started Turning off the computer 83 operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to a Windows® network server (domain server) or the Turn Off command if you are not connected. Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data. For more information see "Powering down the computer" on page 107. Closing the display panel When you are finished using the computer, power off and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer. If you close the display panel while the computer is still on, one of these actions will occur: ❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on. See "Setting battery alarms" on page 130. ❖ If you have an action feature set, the computer will perform that action (Nothing, Stand By, Hibernate). For more information see "Power Management" on page 185. Different ways to turn the computer on and off Sliding the power switch is not the only way to turn the computer on and off. Alternatives include: ❖ Using Hot Key combinations ❖ Opening and closing the display panel ❖ Pressing the Windows Security button on the front of the display (the button on the far right)