1. Make sure the execute bit is set ( Mode should be 755 ).

2. The shell will only execute executable files in the default path,
unless specifically
overridden with a valid search path.

Try ./safe_mysqld


Kevin J Edwards wrote:
> 
> Hi
> Thanx for your response.  Umm I have read the manual.  As far as I know probs 
>running as root are basically security.  This is a test box which isn't on the net.
> 
> I've tried running safe_sqld from the /support-files directory which is the only 
>place it appears.  Same thing "command not found"
> 
> Could u send a link for searching the archives - I couldn't find it on the site.
> 
> Your patience is appreciated - I know its not much fun dealing with newbies.
> 
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