Re: root unknown
You need to boot into single-user mode, and then run 'passwd'. To boot
into single user mode, you need to pass the boot parameter "single" to the
kernel. For instance, if my linux partition has the LILO label "Linux",
then when you would enter "Linux single" at the LILO boot: prompt. This
will give you a root shell, and you can then run "passwd root".
-- JL
On Wed, 15 Mar 2000 zdrysdal@diagnostic.co.nz wrote:
> Hiya
>
> i have a laptop i got from work which has Red Hat on it... i know this is a
> debian news-group but the question is not linux specific....
>
> How can i reset the root password. I do not want to have to reinstall to
> gain control of this system. I know a couple of logons on the system but i
> do not have root.
>
> I heard something about rebooting and holding down the shift/ctrl keys...
> I did that and it stopped at the lilo prompt...when i didn't enter anything
> it just loaded up as per normal.
>
> At the lilo prompt is there a way to load up linux in a different init
> state. Perhaps that is what needs to be done.
>
> Thanx
>
> Zane
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