If you are unable to get your Windows 11 or 10 computer, this may have various causes.
The most obvious causes are; Windows updates that still need to be installed. If this is the case, Windows will first install the update and then shut down automatically.
It also happens that system files are damaged, incorrect power options are configured or the function quick Boot prevents the computer from shutting down. In some rare cases, it concerns certain attached hardware that prevents the computer from being turned off. You can solve all this by following the steps in this article.
Can't turn off Windows 11 or 10 computer
There are several ways to do the computer, which you can read about in the next article.
If you are having trouble shutting down your computer, try the following steps to see if this resolves the issue.
Disable fast startup
Fast Startup is a feature that helps your computer start up faster after it is shut down. This is accomplished by saving the state of the computer when it is shut down, and then using that saved state when the computer is restarted.
This means that instead of going through the usual boot process, the computer can use the saved state to bypass some steps and log in faster.
This feature is especially useful for those who have to shut down and restart their computer frequently, as it can reduce the time it takes to wait for the computer to boot up. However, it is important to note that this feature is not available for all computers and for all versions of Windows. Moreover, some users prefer to disable Fast Startup as it can also cause problems such as the computer not shutting down properly. So it's worth a try to disable fast startup to see if this solves the problem.
Right-click on the Start button. In the menu click on “execute”. In the run window type: powercfg.cpl.
In the power management settings, click on the left on “Determine the behavior of closing the lid”.
Then click on “Change settings that are currently unavailable”. Then disable “Fast Startup” by unchecking the option.
Run power management troubleshooter
Power Management Troubleshooter is designed to help you diagnose and resolve problems with your computer's power settings. This troubleshooter can diagnose issues related to sleep mode, power management, power schedules, and more. It can then help you solve these problems automatically. This troubleshooter can detect and solve problems itself.
To open the power management troubleshooter, open the settings. In the settings, click on “System” on the left and then on “Troubleshooting”.
Then click on “Other troubleshooters” at the bottom of the “Options”.
In the list of troubleshooters, then click “run” in the “power management” troubleshooter.
The power management troubleshooter is running. They look for problems themselves. If found, the troubleshooter will resolve the issue and show a summary of the issues resolved.
Check for updates
It sounds obvious. However, I recommend checking for Windows updates and installing them all. Wait for the installation to complete and then restart the computer.
Open settings. Then click on the left “Windows update”“. Click on the “Check for updates” and let the install update.
Automatically repair damaged system files
In some cases there is sometimes damage system files. These system files can be damaged by software installations, driver updates, system changes, hardware installations and more.
There are two features available in Windows 11 or 10 that can automatically restore system files, these are SFC and DISM.
Run DISM
DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) is a built-in tool that can be used to maintain and manage Windows images, such as those used to install Windows.
It can be used to install, uninstall, configure and update Windows features, packages, drivers and settings. It can also be used to enable or disable Windows features and to repair Windows images.
To repair the Windows image you can run the following command. The repair process is then carried out itself.
Open the Command Prompt as administrator. Enter the following command:
DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /Restorehealth
Once the DISM RestoreHealth command has been executed, next execute SFC.
Run SFC
System File Checker (SFC) is a utility in Windows 11 or 10 that allows users to scan for and repair corruptions in Windows system files.
It is an important part of keeping Windows running smoothly as it allows users to quickly locate and repair system files that have become corrupted. SFC is a built-in utility in Windows and can be safely run by anyone.
When System File Checker is run, it will scan all protected system files and replace damaged or missing files with the correct versions. It is important to note that while SFC is a useful tool, it is not a substitute for regularly backing up your data. It is only intended to repair system files and cannot be used to recover data or personal files.
Open the Command Prompt as administrator. Enter the following command:
SFC /scannow
Wait for SFC to complete. Now shut down your computer and check if the problem is resolved. If the problem is not solved now, I recommend that you try the PC repair.
I hope this helped you. Thank you for reading!