Binyomin

I've had the same problem since installing Vista. Starting in safe mode
solves the problem. How do I isolate what is causing the problem?

"Bob J" wrote:

> Have you recently installed any programs. applications or upgraded any device
> drivers?
> Can you start up in "Safe Mode", do so and take note of which
> programs/services delay the startup.
> --
> Regards
> Bob J
>
>
> "Robinator" wrote:
>
> > as per subject......i physically have to remove my battery from my laptop and
> > turn the power poit off at the wall to turn my computer off. It starts up
> > fine but just restarts are waiting for 15 minutes to turn off. I've tried
> > turning it off 8 times in a row over a period of 3 hours without starting
> > any applications. Any suggestions?