Microsoft hasn’t yet acknowledge the problem, but it appears that there are multiple workaround using the Group Policy Editor (via Reddit and Windows Central) and using the Registry (via The Windows Club) In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to mitigate the shutdown and restart problems after installing the last update for Windows 7.

How to fix shutdown bug on Windows 7 using Group Policy How to fix shutdown bug on Windows 7 using Registry

How to fix shutdown bug on Windows 7 using Group Policy

To fix Windows 7 shutdown bug, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, you should be able to shutdown or restart your Windows 7 device without issues. Windows 10 Group Policy Command Prompt gpupdate force command

How to fix shutdown bug on Windows 7 using Registry

To fix the shutdown and restart bug using the Registry, use these steps: After you complete the steps, Windows 7 should be able to shutdown properly. Windows 7 EnableLUA We’re focusing this guide on devices running Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Enterprise, but if you’re running Windows 7 Home, you can shutdown the device using the Ctrl + Alt + Del or Windows key + L keyboard shortcut and using the power menu from the right side. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.