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Sample Standby computer window
2
Select Stand by from the drop-down list of options.
3
Click OK.
The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to
memory, turns off the display, and goes into a low-power
mode. The on/off light blinks amber to indicate the machine
is in Standby mode.
Going into Standby mode more quickly
You can also put the computer into Standby mode in three
ways:
❖
By pressing the hot key combination
❖
By pressing the power button
❖
By closing the display panel
To put the computer into Standby mode when you press the
power button or close the display panel, you must preset the
mode:
1
Click Start, Control Panel.
The Control Panel window appears
If you power down using the Standby command and the
battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure
to save your work often.
Learning the Basics
Using Standby
Fn + F3
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