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

 Last reviewed: November 13, 1997
Article ID: 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:

  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

This behavior is by design.

Additional query words: 95
Keywords : win95 kbenv kbui
Version : 95
Platform : WINDOWS

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Last reviewed: November 13, 1997
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