On Sat, 25 Jan 2003, Jernej Zidar wrote: > After a Windows reinstall, I have lost lilo. How do I install lilo or any > bootloader, so I will be able to access my linux system? > > As the system crash was not planned i have no floppy with my custom kernel > etc. The only thing i have is the Debian 3.0r0 CD set. > > the linux system was running a 2.4.18 custom kernel and XFree4.0 > > Thanx for any help. > > JZidar
>From memory: 1) Try to boot with the installation cd (rescue mode). Might work if you do not need any extraordinary modules or features to start up your system, although you can get a _lot_ of messages concerning modules. 2) Normal cd-boot to installation screen. Go to second console. Mount everything, chroot to your system, run lilo. Burkhard -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]