NOTE: CentOS Enterprise Linux 5 is built from the Red Hat Enterprise Linux source code. Other than logo and name changes CentOS Enterprise Linux 5 is compatible with the equivalent Red Hat version. This document applies equally to both Red Hat and CentOS Enterprise Linux 5.
When things go wrong, there are ways to fix problems. However, these methods require that you understand the system well. This section describes how to boot into rescue mode, single-user mode, and emergency mode, where you can use your own knowledge to repair the system..