...after finding a log in the directory that I was trying to use for my new DataDir, I've discovered my problem (and, surprise, it makes sense).
The MySQL database table must also be in place in the directory, I suppose in order to keep track of the other databases and tables, etc. Cheer. -- MySQL General Mailing List For list archives: http://lists.mysql.com/mysql To unsubscribe: http://lists.mysql.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]