How to install the Recovery Console?
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Boot into Windows 2000/XP.
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Insert the installation CD.
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From a command prompt move to the I386 directory and type:
C:\> winnt32 /cmdcons
A dialog will be displayed asking for confirmation. Click Yes.
File will be copied to the computer and an extra item added to the boot menu.
C:\CMDCONS\BOOTSECT.DAT=”Microsoft Windows 2000 Command Console” /cmdcons
A completion message will be displayed. Click OK -
Rebooting the computer will enable the option “Microsoft Windows 2000/XP Command Console” to be selected and start Windows 2000/XP in command mode.





