Shut Down Problems!

[Rooster]

I can't do a normal shut down anymore. I go to START,then
to TURN OFF COMPUTER, execute then nothing; the machine
continues to run. It will turn off if I switch users and
log off. Suggestions please!

 

[Kaylene aka Taurarian]

Perhaps one of these articles may assist you

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;Q308029
Resources to Help Troubleshoot Shutdown Problems in Windows XP

Windows XP Shut Down Issues
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/win_xp_restart.htm
Troubleshooters for Windows XP Shut Down
http://aumha.org/win5/a/shtdwnxp.htm
Troubleshooting Windows XP Shutdown Issues
http://www.theeldergeek.com/shutdown_issues_in_xp.htm