Missing /lib/modules/2.2.17 file

["Keith & Cecile Schooley" <schooleys@desupernet.net>]

> In the process of compiling a new kernel, I renamed my /lib/modules/2.2.17
> file.  I won't take you along the convoluted process that made me think
that
> that was a good idea.  Anyway ...
>
> I can't boot up.  I keep getting an endless series of messages that
> /lib/modules/2.2.17 can't be accessed because it isn't there.  Is there
> anything analogous to Windows' "safe mode" that could get me into the
system
> just enough to get to /lib/modules/2.2.17-old and change it back?
>
> Boot floppy doesn't work; it just gets me to the same point.  Any
> suggestions before I decide to re-install?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Keith
>