27EnglishMoving around with your NotebookPCThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving aroundor traveling with your computer.Disconnecting from the desktopFollow these steps to disconnect your computer from externalaccessories:1 Save your work in progress.2 Remove any media, floppy discs or compact discs, from the drive(s).3 Shut down the computer.4 Close the display cover.5 Disconnect the cord from the AC adaptor.6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, externalmonitor, and other external devices.7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure thecomputer.Moving aroundWhen you are just moving within short distances, for example, fromyour office desk to a meeting room.Preparing the computerBefore moving the computer, close and latch the display cover to placeit in Sleep mode. You can now safely take the computer anywhere yougo within the building. To bring the computer out of Sleep mode,open the display; then press and release the power button.If you are taking the computer to a client's office or a differentbuilding, you may choose to shut down the computer:1 Click on Start, Shut Down... or Turn off Computer (Windows XP).- or -
