Recovery console - get access denied

[talktwo]

Hi,
Xp pro has corrupt system. I can boot from CD and get to recovery console. When I type md tmp or any other command to copy or delete, I get access denied. What options do I have to recover any data?
Thanks,

 

[eyec]

try a repair install instead

 

[rvnguy]

talktwo,

You can obtain a list of allowed functions in the console with help.

This liknk might point you in the right direction.

HOW TO: Install and Use the Recovery Console for Windows XP (Q307654)

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q307/6/54.asp

rvnguy
"I know everything..I just can't remember it all

 

[linney]

HOW TO: Add More Power to Recovery Console By Using Group Policy in Windows XP Professional

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310497&FR=1&PA=1&SD=HSCH

An easy to follow recovery console description when unable to start computer due to corrupt registry.

http://www.digitalwebcast.com/2002/03_mar/tutorials/cw_boot_toot.htm

This is a layman's version of Q307545 in simple language.

Have a look at the additional recovery techniques in this thread.

Cannot logon to winxp...losing lots of valuable documents
thread779-975236

Data recovery.

PC Inspector

http://www.pcinspector.de/file_recovery/UK/welcome.htm

Plenty of other recovery software listed here.

http://dmoz.org/Computers/Software/Disk_Management/Error_Checking_and_Repair/

http://www.restorer2000.com

http://www.runtime.org/hints.htm