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OSWABATC - PROBLEMS RUNNING BATCH FILES FROM WIN-OS/2 FILE MANAGER
02/05/96
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Problems Running Batch Files from WIN-OS/2 File Manager
in OS/2 2.1 and OS/2 2.11
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Please Read Entire Document for Full Explanation of Procedures
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DESCRIPTION
In dual boot, cannot run batch files from WIN-OS/2 File Manager.
RESOLUTION
The DOS COMMAND.COM is being used instead of the WINOS2.COM.
Note: Make sure you have a backup of any file you intend to change.
1. Edit the DOS CONFIG.SYS file and add the following statement:
SHELL=C:\DOS\COMMAND.COM /E:1024 /P
2. Edit the DOS AUTOEXEC.BAT file and add the following line:
COPY C:\DOS\COMMAND.COM C:\
3. Edit the OS/2 STARTUP.CMD file and add the following line:
ERASE C:\COMMAND.COM
4. Shut down and then restart the system.
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