Shutting down my computer

[Guest]

I recently upgraded from 98 to XP. with 98 when I shut down it automaticaly
shut the power down, since switching to XP, after I click on turn computer
off, I get the message that "It is now safe to shut my computer down" but it
won't power off without me hitting the power switch. Not sure what is going
on, if this is just how XP works of if I am missing something. Help. Thanks

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

"It is Now Safe to Turn Off Your Computer" Error Message When You Try to
Shut Down Your Computer
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810903&Product=winxp

Resources to Help Troubleshoot Shutdown Problems in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308029&Product=winxp#3

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx

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| I recently upgraded from 98 to XP. with 98 when I shut down it automaticaly
| shut the power down, since switching to XP, after I click on turn computer
| off, I get the message that "It is now safe to shut my computer down" but it
| won't power off without me hitting the power switch. Not sure what is going
| on, if this is just how XP works of if I am missing something. Help. Thanks

 

[Guest]

Hi Crandalid,

This issue occurs due to corrupted registry entries. We have to install a
patch to resolve the problem.

This patch can be downloaded from the following weblink:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/shutdown.reg

Usage: Double-click the file and answer and YES when prompted.

You may also like to clean boot Windows XP:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310353

HTH
Venkatesh