Some Windows 11 PCs aren’t shutting down anymore after the latest update

Since the January update from a few days ago, some PCs running Windows 11 are reportedly unable to shut down properly.
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Windows 11 bug prevents some PCs from shutting down: Here's a temporary fix

A new bug introduced in Windows 11 earlier this week may prevent you from shutting down your computer or putting it to sleep. Instead, the devices restart, potentially causing some users to lose ...
How-To Geek on MSN

The latest Windows 11 update is causing PCs to refuse to shut down

The latest Windows 11 security update from January 2026 is causing a frustrating bug that makes some PCs refuse to shut down ...

‘Fail To Shut Down’—Microsoft Issues Windows Update Warning

That said, Microsoft also says “there is no work around at this time for entering hibernation.” Be very careful. “Until this ...

Microsoft confirms some Windows 11 PCs can't shut down, hibernate after latest Patch Tuesday

Microsoft has confirmed that certain Windows 11 systems can't shut down and/or hibernate after the latest Patch Tuesday ...
PC Gamer

Windows 'update and shut down' reboot glitch finally fixed, saving tiny gaming laptop batteries everywhere

Stop me if you've heard this one before: It's 17:30 on a weekday, and I'm packing up. Before I leave the office, I just need to shut down my work PC. I'll click 'update and shutdown' and be out of ...
Digital Trends

Windows finally fixes the “Update & Shut Down” bug that kept PCs running all night

Why this is important: Even though it may sound trivial, this bug undermined trust in shutdown routines, which are essential for laptops, gaming PCs, and any system where you expect it to power off ...

Microsoft: Some Windows PCs fail to shut down after January update

Microsoft has confirmed a new issue that prevents Windows 11 23H2 devices with System Guard Secure Launch enabled from ...