How to Enable Logon Screen Shutdown Button in Windows 2000 Server

In Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, the Shutdown button is available in the Welcome screen after pressing CTRL+ALT+DELETE to log on. However, in Windows 2000 Server, the Shutdown button is not available by default.

To enable the Shutdown button for Windows 2000 Workstation and Server:

1. Start the Group Policy (Local) Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-in.
2. Double-click the following items to open them: Local Computer Policy, Computer Configuration, Windows Settings, Security Settings, Local Policies, Security Options.
3. Double-click Allow system to be shutdown without having to logon, and then change the local policy to Enabled.
4. Click OK.

The change takes effect when you restart the computer.