Linux

chroot

CautionChange root (rescue)

chroot /mnt /bin/bash

Enters another root — the rescue move: boot live media, mount the broken system, chroot in and repair.

Examples

  • mount /dev/sda2 /mnt && chroot /mntEnter the broken system

Syntax

chroot <newroot> [command]

Before you run it

Know the rescue procedure before you start.

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