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shutdown sequence

[/ˈʃaʊtdaʊn ˈsiːkwəns/]
nounpl: shutdown sequences
sequência de desligamento
1. A programmed series of steps that a computer, machine, or system follows to safely power down or cease operations
The shutdown sequence will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
A sequência de desligamento levará aproximadamente 5 minutos para ser concluída.
2. In aerospace or nuclear contexts, the ordered procedure to safely deactivate equipment or systems
The reactor's shutdown sequence was initiated following standard safety protocols.
A sequência de desligamento do reator foi iniciada seguindo os protocolos de segurança padrão.
Synonyms
shutdown procedureshutdown processpower-down sequencetermination sequencegraceful shutdown
Antonyms
startup sequenceboot sequenceinitialization sequenceactivation sequence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sequência de desligamento
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
sequência de desligamento
Standard technical term
Portugal
sequência de encerramento
Alternative form using 'encerramento' instead of 'desligamento'

Related Idioms & Phrases

orderly shutdown
controlled shutdown
emergency shutdown sequence
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