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# Remote Restart/Shutdown
> Guide to remotely restarting or shutting down managed devices
**Use Cases:**
* **Off-hours Maintenance:** Remotely and automatically reboot endpoints after Windows updates or security patch installations at any time.
* **Incident Response:** Immediately shut down or isolate compromised devices upon detection of malware or ransomware to contain threats and prevent lateral movement within the network.
## Remote Restart
On the "Device" page, click the {'\u22EE'} button next to the target device {'\u2192'} select Restart.}>
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## Remote Shutdown
On the "Device" page, click the {'\u22EE'} button next to the target device {'\u2192'} select Shutdown.}>
