Starting an MS-DOS Prompt Restarts Computer in MS-DOS Mode |
Q159763
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 95
SYMPTOM
When you try to start an MS-DOS prompt from within Windows 95, Windows 95 may quit, and your computer may restart in MS-DOS mode.
CAUSE
This behavior can occur if the MS-DOS Mode check box in the Advanced Program Settings dialog box is selected.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this behavior, follow these steps:
- Right-click the taskbar, click Properties, and then click the Start Menu Programs tab.
- Click Advanced, click Programs, right-click MS-DOS Prompt, and then click Properties.
- On the Program tab, click Advanced, and then click the MS-DOS Mode check box to clear it.
- Click OK, and then click OK.
- On the File menu, click Close.
STATUS
This behavior is by design.
Keywords : kbenv kbui win95
Issue type :
Technology : kbWin95search kbWin95
Last Reviewed: December 15, 2000 |
