Turning Off Your ComputerCAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs beforeyou turn off your computer.1. Shut down the operating system:• In Windows 8:– Using a touch-enabled device:a. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, opening the Charms menu and selectSettings.b. Select the and then select Shut down– Using a mouse:a. Point to upper-right corner of the screen and click Settings.b. Click the and select Shut down.• In Windows 7:1. Click Start .2. Click Shut Down.or1. Click Start .2. Click the arrow in the lower-right corner of the Start menu as shown below, and then clickShut Down..2. Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attacheddevices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and holdthe power button for about 4 seconds to turn them off.After Working Inside Your ComputerAfter you complete any replacement procedure, ensure you connect any external devices, cards, andcables before turning on your computer.CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particularDell computer. Do not use batteries designed for other Dell computers.1. Connect any external devices, such as a port replicator or media base, and replace any cards, such asan ExpressCard.2. Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and thenplug it into the computer.3. Replace the battery.4. Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.9