Server 2012 R2. Remove Shutdown Button from Start Menu

Isaias Perez
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So i recently deployed a new Server / Domain. I created an OU called Employees. Where in group policy can i disable the shutdown option within the start menu. I would like them to be able to reboot their PCs but not shut them down at night.
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Should be in User Configuration > Admin Templates > Start Menu & Taskbar
Tony Giangreco

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Here is a Microsoft doc explaining that process:
https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee617162%28v=ws.10%29.aspx

Here is a video detailing how to create a GPO for that restriction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlKHuhGo_6A


Hope these help.
Isaias PerezLAN / PC Analyst 4

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I want to allow my users to restart their machines but not turn them off via Group Policy. The video depicts how to restrict desktop icons.

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