Could not turn off my computer
My computer does not stop when I click on the close button. I have to physically push the off button, what can I do to fix this?
Original title: System Update updates microsoft windows
Hello
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/308029
After you have used the boot is a way to solve your problem, you can follow these steps to configure Windows XP to start normally.
a. click Startand then click run.
b. type msconfigand click OK. The System Configuration utility dialog box appears.
c. click on the general tab, click Normal startup - load all services and device drivers and then click OK.
d. When you are prompted, click restart to restart the computer.
Note: BIOS change / semiconductor (CMOS) to complementary metal oxide settings can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the configuration of the BIOS/CMOS settings can be solved. Changes to settings are at your own risk.
See also:
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/313290
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http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/949358Method 1: Start Windows Vista with the Windows installation media and use the repair feature
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http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/326b756b-1601-435e-99D0-1585439470351033.mspxTry recovery options Startup Repair
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Method 3: Use the downloads at the end of this article - note for Vista x 86 versions 32 bit and Vista
x 64 64-bit.The update is not installed successfully, you receive a message, and the computer restarts when you try to
install an update in Windows Vista
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/949358------------------------------------------------------
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- The command prompt says: 32 X:\Windows\system > (I have no idea how to use it, but it's what he says)
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http://www.AddictiveTips.com/Windows-Tips/how-to-disable-automatic-driver-installation-in-Windows-Vista/
http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc730606 (WS.10) .aspx---------------------------------------------------
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install an update in Windows Vista
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/949358Method 1: Start Windows Vista with the Windows installation media and use the repair feature
How to do a startup repair in Vista
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/91467-startup-repair.htmlYou can also do a safe mode startup repair to access the Recovery Options If you have them available
or use the DVD as described above.This tells you how to access the System Recovery Options
http://windowshelp.Microsoft.com/Windows/en-us/help/326b756b-1601-435e-99D0-1585439470351033.mspxTry recovery options Startup Repair
How to do a startup repair
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/91467-startup-repair.htmlMethod 2: Start the system in safe mode and then use the system restore feature
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http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/949358Hide the update (click right - HIDE in the updates of Windows) and go to the Microsoft Download Center to download
and install it.Microsoft Download Center
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Configuring updates stage 3 of 3 0 full do not turn off the computer
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Please provide the support for the same thing.
You probably eventually turn off manually.
Read this:
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial140.html
Understanding Windows Update and Extras in Windows Vista at the link above.
Remove the Vista updates; two ways to do this:
1. a System Restore to before the updates:
Click Start > programs > Accessories > system tools > System Restore > restore time/choose your own date > next
If you use Norton, disable it before using the system restore.
If it is impossible to enter the Normal Mode, do a Safe Mode system restore:
Press F8 at the startup/power and the list of startup options, use THE ARROW key to select Safe mode > and then press ENTER.
System restore steps according to the info above.
Also:
2. click on start > right click on computer > properties > Windows updates down the lower left corner > updates installed in the lower left corner in the next window
> then click the one that you don't want > uninstall will appear at the top > uninstall it.
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In addition, on the page where you clicked "Installed updates", click on change settings at the top left corner it
> Change update settings in the next page of AutoUpdate to "check for updates but let me choose etc" > OK ".
When you take a look at pending updates, you can either download/install them one at the time, namely the update causing you problems.
> or if you do not need an individual > right-click on > UAC prompt > hide it
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If you have problems to restart, read on:
If restore work not and you do not have a Vista DVD from Microsoft, do a repair disc to do a Startup Repair:
Download the ISO on the link provided and make a record of repair time it starts.
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http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial148.html
Link above shows what the process looks like and a manual, it load the repair options.
NeoSmart containing the content of the Windows Vista DVD 'Recovery Centre', as we refer to him. It cannot be used to install or reinstall Windows Vista, and is just a Windows PE interface to recovering your PC. Technically, we could re-create this installation with downloadable media media freely from Microsoft (namely the Microsoft WAIK, several gigabyte download); but it is pretty darn decent of Microsoft to present Windows users who might not be able to create such a thing on their own.
Read all the info on the website on how to create and use:
http://NeoSmart.net/blog/2008/Windows-Vista-recovery-disc-download/
ISO Burner: http://www.snapfiles.com/get/active-isoburner.html
It's a very good Vista startup repair disk.
You can do a system restart tool, system, etc it restore.
It is NOT a disc of resettlement.
And the 32-bit is what normally comes on a computer, unless 64-bit.
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And wonders about the updates of Windows:
You will get the best help for any problem of Update/Service Pack in the Windows Update Forum; the link below:
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistawu/threads
When you repost, although wanting to tell them exactly what is happening when you try to update.
In this way, you will receive the best help.
See you soon.
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Respected by all,
Could someone help me please with the problem. I can't access the windows at all. It has blue screen that says "FAILURE TO CONFIGURE updates SYSYTEM RESTORE CHANGES updated DO NOT turn OFF YOUR COMPUTER" pls help
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Computer: hp pavilion n006sm
Operating system: win 8 pre-installed
At the moment I'm stuck on this window for over an hour and nothing has changedSeems that problem solved by itself. As I correctly uninstalled Norton, I just put my automatic updates and restarted my laptop again. He installed the updates with no problem and its working fine. Seems that Norton was really the problem, will keep you informed.
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Thank you for your help.
3Ran
Hello 3Ran
Thank you for using Microsoft Vista answers Forum!Michael Murphy has provided these steps already; I'll just say it in a different way.
Because you can't go to your office, I suggest that you start your computer in safe MODE. Next to normal mode, it is a different way to connect to your computer and makes a few changes when the problem.
HOW TO START YOUR COMPUTER IN SAFE MODE
- Restart your computer if it is running.
- Press the F8 key after your computer powers initially.
- Once you see the menu Advanced Startup Options , you can stop tapping.
- Up/down arrow keys to highlight your selection.
- Select Safe Mode with network and press enter.
- You should see loading drivers and then Please wait.
- You should then be on the Welcome screen.
Connect to your computer using an account with administrator privileges.
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Almost everytime I turn off my laptop, I get the message ' Preparation set up windows, do not turn off your computer . Then it takes forever to finally stop. Suggestions for this problem?.
Hi ArthurCosford,
This screen appears when you have pending Windows updates must be installed on the system or when you installed the Windows updates on the system.
Step 1:
You can check the windows updates history to discover updates recently and failed to install.
For more information, you can consult the following article:
See the Windows updates are installed
Step 2:
If there are updates failed, then try to download and install the stand-alone package with updates from the Microsoft Download Center.
a. to download updates from the Microsoft Download Center
b. Enter the item number in the field search and download the same.
c. double-click on the downloaded file.
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- Do whatever tasks you need and when you are done, reboot to return to normal mode.
If that does not read this information
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http://NeoSmart.net/blog/2008/Windows-Vista-recovery-disc-download/
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http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial148.html
to boot from the dvd drive to be able to you will see a way to get into the bios Setup at the bottom of the screen or command menu start
It would be F2 or delete etc to enter the BIOS or F12 etc. for the start menu
Change boot order it do dvd drive 1st in the boot order
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http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistawu/threads
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