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windows server 2003 standard edtion

I need to get into safe mode on 3 of my servers. As you know thats almost impossible. Can I modify the boot.ini file with a 2nd choice that will allow me to boot into safe mode directory?

I'm a novice with the servers so if this is possible can you also put the coding needed. I know how to get into the boot.ini file.

Thanks in Advance

Jason

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afreese

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I try to do the f8 and i get keyboard failure. Could be cuz i have them on a switch. Not sure.

rxdeath

don't hold it down, just press it about 2 times a second after you see the post completing, if you hold it down you can kill the keyboard before it gets the f8

rxdeath

any word? nto getting into safe mode is unlikely unless you're completely hosed. also take the switch out of the mix if you're even suspect, but i bet you're just holding the button down too long.

afreese

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Sorry I've been offsite the last 2 days. I'm not holding the button down. Just tabbing on it. I will try with a keyboard direct into the server first this weekend. If that doesnt work I will create an option in the boot.ini file. I will update either later this week of Come monday with the results.

Thanks for all the help and suggetions.
Jason

afreese

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Thanks for all the help. I was finally able to get this taken care of and set up. Thanks To everyone for the help special thanks to DVation191 for the solution.

Jason