internet problem

[Eriond]

>-----Original Message-----
>I just got cable internet yesterday. I can't power of
my
>computer if the cable modem is still plugged in. If i
>try to, using the "shut down" command, the computer just
>restarts. If i just power off the modem, that is not
>enough...the computer still restarts. I have to
>completely unplug the modem to get the computer to turn
>off. I've talked to my ISP for assistance, but they
said
>it was a microsoft problem. Instead of paying $100.00
to
>ask a simple question, I thought I'd try this! I'd
>appreciate any input!! Thank you...feel free to email me!
>.
>Have you check the BIOS settings of your computer for
Wake on LAN function? if this setting is enabled, you may
find by disabeling it, you can succesfully enter "sleep"
mode.