MySQL won't start

[issinoho]

I've had occasions in the past where on system boot, I find that the MYSQL_SERVER process is not there and even re-running the MYSQL_STARTUP file manually doesn't help.

Every time this happens I forget exactly why but in the end it's always the same reason, an error in your SYLOGIN.COM file; this will cause MySQL to silently fail.

Look here, MYSQL_ROOT:[MYSQL_SERVER] at the various log files, especially start_mysqld.LOG. This should confirm the exact reason for failure.

As MySQL starts on the batch queue it will run sylogin as part of the sysloginout.exe process, so if you have a stray entry (particularly from a product you may have uninstalled recently) then make sure you comment it out.

[ThomasCrift]

If it just cranks and cranks, try starting it with the gas pedal pushed to the floor. The engine could be flooded, and if you press your gas to the floor when starting, it should start.