Computer Powers Down When You Shut Down Windows

ID: Q134841

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 95
Microsoft Windows 98

SYMPTOMS

When you use the Shut Down command on the Start menu to shut down Windows, your computer may automatically power down after displaying the message "Please wait while your computer shuts down."

CAUSE

This behavior is an Advanced Power Management (APM) feature. There is no way to change this behavior. The hardware powers down in response to a software request. This behavior occurs only on computers with a Plug and Play BIOS that supports APM features.

Additional query words: shutdown


Keywords          : kbhw kbui win95 win98 
Version           : 95
Platform          : WINDOWS 
Issue type        : kbprb

Last Reviewed: January 21, 1999