MySQLD startup?

[viveleroi0]

This is not really PHP related, but no other MySQL forums have people posting every day - thus I've waited two weeks for as response.

Is there a way to put a shortcut or another file in my windows xp satrtup folder, so that MYSQLD is started everytime I boot the machine? I just want to save time by not having to type it into the command window each time.

[ZibingsCoder]

Did you try putting a shortcut in your startup folder? I don't see why that wouldn't work.

[devinemke]

you should consider running mySQL as a Windows XP service.

[sanam]

Shut down mysql

Install mysqld as service

C:> mysqld --install

If you have problems installing mysqld as a service using just the server name, try installing it using its full pathname:

C:> C:\mysql\bin\mysqld --install

Just to make sure its installed and Startup Type is automatic:

goto administrative tools -> Services

Check if MySql is listed and Startup Type is Automatice. You can change the type by right click - Properties..

Hope this helps 🙂