Wont shut down-!

I wanna use my powerbook (lid closed) as a desktop. Im using Apples wireless keyboard and mouse and a LG external monitor. As soon as I connect the monitor to the comp it boots up, thats all right , but when I want to shut down I have to disconnect the monitor, otherwise it will just boot up again. Is there a way I can shut down and keep the monitor connected?
Thx

Might not be able to, if I understand your question:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300562
Joe

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