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MacNNUK
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Dec 14, 2007, 08:10 PM
 
Alt +  + eject

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Dec 15, 2007, 04:17 AM
 
Is there a difference between this command and simply pressing the power button?

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Dec 15, 2007, 04:35 AM
 
Originally Posted by analogika View Post
Is there a difference between this command and simply pressing the power button?
Nope, only that the power button is behind on my iMac, and I have to lean forwards to do that !

And possibly leave a thumbprint on the front.

It's also a little bit simpler than Control Eject then selecting sleep option.

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Dec 16, 2007, 05:08 PM
 
yea i also noticed the easiest thing to do is simply hit the power button.. But it really doesnt matter
     
   
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