How to remote shutdown computer on Windows 10
Yes, you can remote shutdown or restart one or multiple computers, and in this guide, we’ll show you two ways to complete this process on Windows 10.
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If you manage devices over the network, you probably use a remote connection and the Start menu power options, or call someone to execute to perform shutdowns or restarts manually. However,Windows 10also includes the shutdown.exe tool to make this process a little easier.
On Windows 10,shutdown.exeis a command-line toolthat allows you to manage various power options, including shut down, restart, and hibernate for local and remote devices. Also, it has the ability to create a record with the reason for the action, display custom text messages to users, and more.
In this Windows 10 guide, we will show you two easy ways to shut down computers over the network.
How to shut down PC remotely with command
Although the shutdown command offers the ability to shut down or restart a computer over the network, there are security settings you must configure to make it work.
Configure remote device
To set up the remote computer to allow remote command executions, use these steps:
Warning:This is a friendly reminder that editing the Registry is risky and can cause irreversible damage to your installation if you don’t do it correctly. It’s recommended to make a full backup of your PC before proceeding.
After you complete the steps, the device will be open to receive commands remotely from authenticated users.
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If you want to revert the changes to improve the device security, you can use the exact instructions outlined above, but onstep No. 3, make sure to run this command:
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Shut down remote device
To use the Command Prompt to shut down a computer remotely, use these steps:
Once you complete the steps, the remote host will power off according to the command configuration.
If you want to disconnect from the IPC$ share, run the following command: “net use * /delete” (without quotations) and pressYto confirm. If you plan to use this command, you may need to remap previously connected network drives.
How to shut down PC remotely with GUI
The tool also includes the “Remote Shutdown Dialog,” a user interface that makes it a litter easier to send the shutdown command to a remote computer across the network.
Configure remote device
To configure the remote computer to allow remote command executions, use these steps:
After you complete the steps, the device will be open to receive commands remotely from authenticated users.
If you want to revert the changes to improve the device security, you can use the exact instructions outlined above, but onstep No. 3, make sure to run this command:
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Shut down remote device
To turn off one or multiple computers with the Remote Shutdown Dialog, use these steps:
Once you complete the steps, the computers in the list will shut down according to your configuration and message.
More Windows 10 resources
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Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor for WindowsCentral.com for nearly a decade and has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides. He also has an IT background and has achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, and CompTIA. He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years.
