New HD now PC does not switch off

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Hi,

I'm not sure if this is a XP query but hopefully someone can shed light on
my minor problem.

I installed a new Hard Drive and loaded my copy of XP with all the updates
etc but now it won't turn off the computer when I close down.

I get the "It is now safe to switch your PC/computer" page instead.

Is there a setting in XP to switch the pc off or is it a BIOS setting that
needs to be altered.

Thanks.
 
Hi,

I'm not sure if this is a XP query but hopefully someone can shed light on
my minor problem.

I installed a new Hard Drive and loaded my copy of XP with all the updates
etc but now it won't turn off the computer when I close down.

I get the "It is now safe to switch your PC/computer" page instead.

Is there a setting in XP to switch the pc off or is it a BIOS setting that
needs to be altered.

Thanks.
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Check Control Panel> Power Options. If there is an APM tab, click the tab
to bring it to the forefront and then check the box to enable this.
 
Sharon F said:
Check Control Panel> Power Options. If there is an APM tab, click the tab
to bring it to the forefront and then check the box to enable this.
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Hi Sharon,

That's done it.

Many thanks,
Mike.
 
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