[chin]

Every time i press the turn off button my computer restarts. How can I fix this. my computer info is listed below:
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Specifications
VIA Technologies, Inc.
System Model: VT8363
BIOS Version: Award Software International, Inc. 6.00 PG


Operating System
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Version: 5.1.2600
Service Pack: 1.0
Location: C:\WINDOWS
Hot Fix: KB817778


Memory (RAM)
Capacity: 1 GB


Processor
AMD Athlon™ Processor
Version: x86 Family 6 Model 4 Stepping 4
Speed: 1303 MHz


General Computer Info
System Name: THETALLEYS
Domain: MSHOME
Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time
Connection: Workstation (standalone)
Proxy Server: Auto
IP Address: IPX Address: Not Enabled


Local Disk
Total Capacity: 74.54 GB
Sum of Hard Disks: (C: )
Used: 41.64 GB

Free: 32.90 GB

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Welcome chin!

Have you changed any BIOS settings recently? Sounds like "Wake-on-LAN" may be enabled. This would cause the computer to start whenever it sees LAN activity. If you have broadband, or are connected to a home network this would cause continuous activity.

Check your BIOS Wake-on settings (usually under power options). If you're not familiar or comfortable with BIOS settings, just ask!

edit: Also check msconfig "Disable fast shutdown". It shoud be checked. To check your msconfig: Start -> Run, type "command" (no quotes), type "msconfig", click the advanced tab.

[admin]

Welcome chin!

Have you changed any BIOS settings recently? Sounds like "Wake-on-LAN" may be enabled. This would cause the computer to start whenever it sees LAN activity. If you have broadband, or are connected to a home network this would cause continuous activity.

Check your BIOS Wake-on settings (usually under power options). If you're not familiar or comfortable with BIOS settings, just ask!

edit: Also check msconfig "Disable fast shutdown". It shoud be checked. To check your msconfig: Start -> Run, type "command" (no quotes), type "msconfig", click the advanced tab.

[tazz1964]

HI chin
welcome to geekstogo
can you please explain more on when your pressing the off button?