Restart Batch File.. 1

[bigpapapump]

I want to restart my Win2k server every Sunday. I thought I could use Scheduler with a batch file, but I haven't been able to find the right code.
Anyone know what the command line should be to do a restart?

 

[mrdenny]

Check to see if you have shutdown.exe on the server. If not, go get the Resource Kit for Windows 2000 Server. It comes with that.

You'll want to use "shutdown.exe /L /R /T:3 /Y /C".

Denny

Between the ESP=ON and the RUM (Read Users Mind) upgrade, I'm ready to go.

 

[bigpapapump]

Thanks for the quick response!

Am I using all of those switches and if so which one equals 'restart'?

Thanks again for the response.

 

[bigpapapump]

Never mind...found it.

Supported switches:
-l -> Log Off.
-u -> Shutdown (Turn Off).
-r -> Restart.
-h -> Hibernate.
-s -> Stand By (Sleep).
-f -> Force the action.
-c -> Cancel a running shutdown.
-t sec -> Delay for number of seconds.


Usage examples:


Log off current user and forces quick shutdown of applications: shutdown -l -f
Initate standby in 30 seconds: shutdown -s -t 30
Cancel all initiated actions: shutdown -c
Shut the computer down: shutdown -u
Restart the computer: shutdown -r
Hibernate the computer: shutdown -h
Wait 10 seconds before shutting down the computer: shutdown -u -t 10

 

[mrdenny]

Yep. Those look like the switches for the 2003 version? Or I'm still using the NT4 version. Either way, looks like your in the right direction.

Denny

--Anything is possible. All it takes is a little research. (Me)

 

[saddatabid]

I have a Windows 2000 Server (SP3) that automatically restarts every morning at approx 3am. I have checked for the batch files, schedules tasks, power options, BIOS but can not locate how it restarts.

I have stayed up til 3am to witness the spooky restart. Is there anyway I can disable this using Windows 2000 Resource Kit? Where should I locate the cause of restarting and how can I disable it?

Your help in this matter is much appreciated.

Kind Regards


Saddat Abid

 

[Niksen]

Try and check you service proporties !

They can be set to restart server if service stops and so on .

MVH Nicolai

 

[bigpapapump]

do a search for shutdown.exe and move it to a different location and see if it still reboots.

 

[bigpapapump]

oh, careful when moving it because you may have to put it back.

 

[saddatabid]

Can I disable shutdown.exe to stop the server from restarting? Can I uninstall shutdown.exe? Because it is a live Exchange, file & DC I do not like to risk server being down?

Any help...

 

[mrdenny]

You can rename it to shutdown.old. That way it can't be used to restart the server.

Denny

--Anything is possible. All it takes is a little research. (Me)

 

[saddatabid]

Thanks I'll try that and keep you posted!

 

[saddatabid]

mrdenny, emiller52

Searched for Shutdown.exe but can not locate the file.

Any suggestions?

 

[TechyMcSe2k]

Have you checked your Event Logs, they may have info on the culprit. Another long shot, but check your Startup and Recovery, in there is a switch for Automatically Restart on a system failure. This may not be it since it restarts exactly at 3am. Also, check any other servers you may have for a batch that may remotely reboot a server. This may have been setup by a previous admin.

Cliff, CCNA/MCSE/MCSA 2000
Network Administrator