thanks one question not a greu at Linux yet, what command should I execute to get to the 'echo 1>' prompt I did this once. what group were you from the Cisco or Redhat group Thanks again.... Brian Email Address [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___________________________________ UPDATED Posting Guidelines: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/guide.html FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]