Q159763: Starting an MS-DOS Prompt Restarts Computer in MS-DOS Mode

Article: Q159763
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): 
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): kbenv kbui win95
Last Modified: 20-FEB-2002

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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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
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This behavior can occur if the MS-DOS Mode check box in the Advanced Program
Settings dialog box is selected.

RESOLUTION
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To resolve this behavior, follow these steps:

1. Right-click the taskbar, click Properties, and then click the Start Menu
  Programs tab.

2. Click Advanced, click Programs, right-click MS-DOS Prompt, and then click
  Properties.

3. On the Program tab, click Advanced, and then click the MS-DOS Mode check box
  to clear it.

4. Click OK, and then click OK.

5. On the File menu, click Close.

STATUS
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This behavior is by design.

Additional query words:

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Keywords          : kbenv kbui win95 
Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : :
Issue type        : kbprb

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