How to Enable Logon Screen Shutdown Button in Windows 2000 Server (232399)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
This article was previously published under Q232399

SUMMARY

In Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, the Shutdown button is available in the Welcome screen after pressing CTRL+ALT+DELETE to log on. However, in Windows 2000 Server, the Shutdown button is not available by default.

MORE INFORMATION

To enable the Shutdown button for Windows 2000 Workstation and Server:
  1. Start the Group Policy (Local) Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in.
  2. Double-click the following items to open them: Local Computer Policy, Computer Configuration, Windows Settings, Security Settings, Local Policies, Security Options.
  3. Double-click Allow system to be shutdown without having to logon, and then change the local policy to Enabled.
  4. Click OK.
The change takes effect when you restart the computer.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/8/2002
Keywords:kbenv kbhowto KB232399
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