About this tag
The tag 'shutdown not working' covers issues where Windows 11 fails to shut down properly, often after a scheduled task or manual shutdown command. Common symptoms include the PC remaining on but unresponsive to remote access, requiring a physical power button press. Users may find that the shutdown command executes but the system does not fully power off, and event logs may not clearly indicate the cause. Troubleshooting steps typically involve checking for recent Windows updates, reviewing scheduled tasks, and examining system logs for errors. The tag is relevant for Windows 11 users experiencing persistent shutdown failures, especially on Mini PCs or systems accessed remotely.
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Windows 11 Not shutting down issue
I have Windows 11 Pro installed on a Mini PC (came as standard). I access this windows PC from a Linux PC using No machine remote desktop access and this works well without issue. I have a Schedule Task to shut the PC down at 10:30 every night, the trigger in the task is Shutdown /S /F and this...- xendistar
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- shutdown not working sleep instead of shutdown task scheduler windows 11
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support