>I have inherited a SQLS erver 2000 instance where the client never
> implemented a backup startegy for the "master" and "msdb" databases.
> MSDB is now showing errors and my only option for a restore is from a
> tape backup of the server.

see:

Books Online > Restoring the model, msdb, and distribution Databases:
http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/lib...9(SQL.80).aspx


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