Description: Please select the version of Windows in use below for instructions:
If you are unsure of your Windows OS, refer to the article Validate and Update a Build for Windows Operating Software.
Windows 7
- Click on the Start icon.
- Once the Start menu opens, locate the Shut down menu at the bottom right. This opens the Power Options menu.
- Select the function you wish to perform.
Windows 8.1 (Desktop)
- From the desktop, right-click on the Windows Start icon.
- In the menu that appears select Shut down.
- Select the action you are attempting to perform.
Windows 8.1 (Metro\Tablet)
- From the Metro Start screen take your mouse to the top right corner of the screen to activate the Charm bar.
- If using a touchscreen move your finger from the outside of the top right corner onto the screen diagonally. This summons the Charm bar.
- Select Settings at the bottom of the Charm bar.
- Once the settings screen is open you will have an option for Power at the bottom select this.
- Select the desired action from the menu that appears.
Windows 10 (Desktop)
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- Press the Windows Start icon to open the Start menu.
- Once in the Start menu on the left select the Power icon.
- In the menu that appears select the desired action.
- Press the Windows Start icon to open the Start menu.