Safe Mode

I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I cannot boot
into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.

I can get into XP safe mode

I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.

Derek
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Probably it is due to XP-radiation. However, I have found these
articles...

This is about all I could find relevant at
http://search.support.microsoft.com/...SD=GN&LN=EN-US MSKB
Search "Safe Mode"; Windows 98; Exact Phrase; Title Only.

http://support.microsoft.com/default...02&Product=w98
How to Start a Windows 98-Based Computer in Safe Mode
(180902) - This article describes how to start a Windows 98-based
computer in Safe mode.

http://support.microsoft.com/default...41&Product=w98
Universal Serial Bus Devices Do Not Work in Safe Mode
(195241) - After you attempt to start your computer in safe mode by
holding down the CTRL key, or by using the System Configuration utility
to enable the Startup menu, your computer may not respond to any
keyboard commands, or you may receive the following error...

http://support.microsoft.com/default...49&Product=w98
Unable to Start Windows 98 in Safe Mode with Network Support
(196249) - When you start Windows 98 by using the "/d:n" switch, for
example, by typing "win /d:n" (without quotation marks), Windows 98 may
appear to start in safe mode with network support, but you may not have
network support or connectivity. Note that you...

http://support.microsoft.com/default...28&Product=w98
No "Safe Mode with Network Support" Command in Windows 98
(179128) - When you start your computer and view the Windows 98 Startup
menu, the "Safe mode with network support" command may be missing.

http://support.microsoft.com/default...60&Product=w98
No Windows 98 Safe Mode Option in a Dual Install with Windows 2000
(262960) - When you use a dual-boot system that includes Windows 2000
and Microsoft Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), there is no
option for accessing Windows 98 Safe mode. When you press F8, Windows
2000 Safe mode is your only option.


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"Derek" wrote in message
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| I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I
cannot boot
| into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.
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| I can get into XP safe mode
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| I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.
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| Derek
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When you get to the boot manager select 98 from the menu if it isn't already using
the up/down arrows, press Enter then immediately press/hold CTRL down until you get
to the startup menu for 98.

If 98 is already selected as the boot OS of choice skip the up/down. I found you had
to be Quick Draw McGraw with the ctrl or Windows will still load.

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Brian A.

Jack of all trades, Master of none.
One can never truly be a master as there is always more to learn.


"Derek" wrote in message
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I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I cannot boot
into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.

I can get into XP safe mode

I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.

Derek
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On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 18:10:06 +0100, "Derek" wrote:

,;
,;I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I cannot boot
,;into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.
,;
,;I can get into XP safe mode
,;
,;I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.

F8 won't work because by the time you get to the boot menu to choose
OS you are already past the point where F8 will function.

1. Boot into normal mode

2. StartRun Type in "msconfig" (without quotes) and hit enter.

3. Click on the startup tab and then on Advanced.

4. In the "Advanced Troubleshooting Settings" check the box for
"Enable startup Menu".

5. Ok your way out and restart when you are asked if you want to
restart.

6. To get back to normal mode repeat the above sequence but uncheck
the box that enables the startup menu.
*****************

Also

1. StartProgramsAccessoriesSystem ToolsSystem Information.

2. Click on "Tools". System configuration Utility.

3. On the General Tab select Diagnostic Startup. OK and restart
windows.

On Win98 startup menu choose "SafeMode".

Repeat above and select normal mode to get out of Safe Mode startup.

No need to enable the 98 Startup Menu or Safe Mode. Holding down the CTRL key
immediately after pressing Enter works to get the 98 Startup Menu. I know because I
do it.

--
Brian A.

Jack of all trades, Master of none.
One can never truly be a master as there is always more to learn.


"Unknown" wrote in message
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On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 18:10:06 +0100, "Derek" wrote:

,;
,;I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I cannot boot
,;into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.
,;
,;I can get into XP safe mode
,;
,;I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.

F8 won't work because by the time you get to the boot menu to choose
OS you are already past the point where F8 will function.

1. Boot into normal mode

2. StartRun Type in "msconfig" (without quotes) and hit enter.

3. Click on the startup tab and then on Advanced.

4. In the "Advanced Troubleshooting Settings" check the box for
"Enable startup Menu".

5. Ok your way out and restart when you are asked if you want to
restart.

6. To get back to normal mode repeat the above sequence but uncheck
the box that enables the startup menu.
*****************

Also

1. StartProgramsAccessoriesSystem ToolsSystem Information.

2. Click on "Tools". System configuration Utility.

3. On the General Tab select Diagnostic Startup. OK and restart
windows.

On Win98 startup menu choose "SafeMode".

Repeat above and select normal mode to get out of Safe Mode startup.

I tried the msconfig method and the CTRL key after the enter key method;
both worked fine - thanks guys.

The CTRL key method was much faster - so I'll stick with that in future.

Once again thanks.

Derek


"Brian A." GoneFishn@aFarAwayLake wrote in message
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No need to enable the 98 Startup Menu or Safe Mode. Holding down the CTRL
key
immediately after pressing Enter works to get the 98 Startup Menu. I know
because I
do it.

--
Brian A.

Jack of all trades, Master of none.
One can never truly be a master as there is always more to learn.


"Unknown" wrote in message
...
On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 18:10:06 +0100, "Derek" wrote:

,;
,;I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I
cannot boot
,;into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.
,;
,;I can get into XP safe mode
,;
,;I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.

F8 won't work because by the time you get to the boot menu to choose
OS you are already past the point where F8 will function.

1. Boot into normal mode

2. StartRun Type in "msconfig" (without quotes) and hit enter.

3. Click on the startup tab and then on Advanced.

4. In the "Advanced Troubleshooting Settings" check the box for
"Enable startup Menu".

5. Ok your way out and restart when you are asked if you want to
restart.

6. To get back to normal mode repeat the above sequence but uncheck
the box that enables the startup menu.
*****************

Also

1. StartProgramsAccessoriesSystem ToolsSystem Information.

2. Click on "Tools". System configuration Utility.

3. On the General Tab select Diagnostic Startup. OK and restart
windows.

On Win98 startup menu choose "SafeMode".

Repeat above and select normal mode to get out of Safe Mode startup.

Glad to see your now a happy camper.

--
Brian A.

Jack of all trades, Master of none.
One can never truly be a master as there is always more to learn.


"Derek" wrote in message news:rczEc.46$gN2.36@newsfe5-win...
I tried the msconfig method and the CTRL key after the enter key method;
both worked fine - thanks guys.

The CTRL key method was much faster - so I'll stick with that in future.

Once again thanks.

Derek


"Brian A." GoneFishn@aFarAwayLake wrote in message
...
No need to enable the 98 Startup Menu or Safe Mode. Holding down the CTRL
key
immediately after pressing Enter works to get the 98 Startup Menu. I know
because I
do it.

--
Brian A.

Jack of all trades, Master of none.
One can never truly be a master as there is always more to learn.


"Unknown" wrote in message
...
On Tue, 29 Jun 2004 18:10:06 +0100, "Derek" wrote:

,;
,;I have added winXP to my 98SE system so now I am dual booting. I
cannot boot
,;into safe mode for 98 anymore; anybody know how to.
,;
,;I can get into XP safe mode
,;
,;I just have XP on for XP only programs, my main OS is 98.

F8 won't work because by the time you get to the boot menu to choose
OS you are already past the point where F8 will function.

1. Boot into normal mode

2. StartRun Type in "msconfig" (without quotes) and hit enter.

3. Click on the startup tab and then on Advanced.

4. In the "Advanced Troubleshooting Settings" check the box for
"Enable startup Menu".

5. Ok your way out and restart when you are asked if you want to
restart.

6. To get back to normal mode repeat the above sequence but uncheck
the box that enables the startup menu.
*****************

Also

1. StartProgramsAccessoriesSystem ToolsSystem Information.

2. Click on "Tools". System configuration Utility.

3. On the General Tab select Diagnostic Startup. OK and restart
windows.

On Win98 startup menu choose "SafeMode".

Repeat above and select normal mode to get out of Safe Mode startup.