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

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.

Keywords : kbenv kbui win95
Version : 95
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type :


Last Reviewed: June 4, 1999
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