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by d_e_pinder

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How do I get Windows XP to shut down the CPU like Win98 used to and not have to power off at the wall

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by thechas

You most likely need to enable APM in device manager.

Right click on My Computer
Select properties.
Click on the Hardware tab
Click on Device manager.
Under the View menu, click on show hidden devices
Right click on APM, and select enableIf that does not correct the problem, enter BIOS setup, and verify that APM and / or ACPI in the power management section.

Chas

by pctech

Also, if your motherboard supports it, enable APIC instead of PIC in the BIOS.

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