Each time you shut down a Windows Server 2003 server, you see a Shut Down Windows dialog box that requires you to explain why you are shutting down the server.

You can use this information to track the shutdowns of your computers, especially unplanned shutdowns due to hardware or software problems.

Although tracking shutdowns can help you identify problems, if your computers are stable, this Shut Down Windows dialog box can be a nuisance.

If you don't feel that you need to track shutdowns, you can disable the Shutdown Event Tracker by using Local Group Policy.

• From the Start menu, choose Run.
  
• In the Open text box, type gpedit.msc and click OK.
  
• In the console tree, expand Computer Configuration\Administrative Templates and then select the System folder.
  
• In the details pane, double-click on Display Shutdown Event Tracker.
  
• Select Disabled.
  
• Click OK.