xp won't shut down

[Kevin]

I upgraded from 2000 pro to XP pro. When I try to shut
down, the computer automatically restarts. How do I fix
this? I am unable to shut down without hitting the power
key.

 

[Will Denny]

Hi

For shutdown/restart problems, please have a look at MVP Jim Eshelman's web
site:

http://aumha.org/win5/a/shtdwnxp.htm
http://aumha.org/win5/a/tshoot.htm

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Will Denny
MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User


| I upgraded from 2000 pro to XP pro. When I try to shut
| down, the computer automatically restarts. How do I fix
| this? I am unable to shut down without hitting the power
| key.