Problem- i can't shut down my imac, and it restarts by itself

who can teach me to fix this porblemT_T???i tried to use the installation DVD to repair it,but it's still not working. what can i do for it?

i tried to use the installation DVD to repair it,
Tried? What did the report state?
Please describe in detail all you have attempted to do in order to shut down your computer other than trying to use the installaton dvd? Did you try to shut down through the menu? Did you try the power button?
Have you disconnect all peripherals from your computer?

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