windows XP Pro will not automatically shut down

[mukund]

Hello ppl

I upgraded my 98 OS to XP Pro and since then when I go to
start and select shut down computer what happens is the
screen disappears like its shutting down but it never
does what I get is it is now safe to turn off your
computer... Prior to this upgrade it always shut down. So
how can I remedy this problem? I already reinstalled XP 2
times, searched MS Site KB found nothing there so here I
am looking for some help.You can e-mail me at:
(e-mail address removed)

or reply here please
Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thank You

 

[Kelly]

Windows XP Stops Responding (Hangs) During Windows Shutdown
While Saving Your Settings:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;q307274

This edit controls whether Windows should automatically power down or reboot
your computer once it has finished the shutdown process.

Power Off or Reboot After Shutdown (Line 76)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

This edit automatically ends tasks and timeouts that prevent programs from
shutting down and clears the Paging File on Exit.

Auto End Tasks to Enable a Proper Shutdown (Line 76)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Shutdown.Exe - Andrej Budja (Line 52)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

You May Not Be Able to Shut Down Your Windows XP Computer
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;320008

 

[Yves Leclerc]

Even easier than downloading a patch! Windows XP uses ACPI to control the
power off feature and needs a motherbaord to have a compatible APM
motherbaord. Some motherboards do not follow XP's method, so check the
Power Options in Control Panel. There should be a APM power off setting.