Microsoft KB Archive/231742

= Shutdown Hangs on Intel AL440LX Motherboard with Phoenix BIOS Version P07 =

Article ID: 231742

Article Last Modified on 1/24/2007

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

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This article was previously published under Q231742



SYMPTOMS
After you upgrade to Windows 98 Second Edition, your computer may stop responding (hang) at the "Windows Is Shutting Down" screen.



CAUSE
This behavior can occur if your computer contains an Intel AL440LX motherboard and uses Phoenix BIOS version P07. This BIOS for the Intel AL440LX motherboard does not allow the computer to shut down properly.



RESOLUTION
To resolve this issue, upgrade your computer to the latest BIOS (version P12 or later). To obtain the BIOS update, contact Intel, or visit the Intel Web site at:

http://www.intel.com

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