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May 9, 2007 at 1:29 pm #2266330
Windows xp adminstrator password problem
Lockedby char_grill1 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
I oversee a small business. We have a computer that we purchased with installed software for an online ordering system. We were dissatisfied with the system and canceled with them. Since then, they have undergone changes and the tech folks that we knew are no longer there. Here is my dilemma. I have a computer running xp pro that won’t let me into adminstrator mode without a password. I have been through the forums here and have tried your suggestions to no avail. Any suggestions?
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May 9, 2007 at 1:29 pm #2524460
Clarifications
by char_grill1 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to Windows xp adminstrator password problem
Clarifications
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May 9, 2007 at 2:15 pm #2524434
Domain
by pringles86 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to Windows xp adminstrator password problem
Is this computer joined to any domain?
If it is joined to the domain, you can login as a domain administrator and change the local administrator password.
If it is not joined to a domain, there are other tools that will capture that admin password or reset the admin password for you.
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May 9, 2007 at 2:42 pm #2524424
Domain
by char_grill1 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
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It is not part of a domain. The purpose of the computer was to automatically go into online order receiving once it was turned on. Only someone with administrator priveleges could do anything but accept or deny orders as they appeared on screen. So when I exit the program for the online ordering system, I can do little else. I can’t browse the internet or make any changes or anything. I get a window popping up saying only someone with those priveleges can do anything.
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May 9, 2007 at 2:53 pm #2524422
Try this one
by pringles86 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to Domain
I think I have tried this one before, but I can’t really remember.
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May 9, 2007 at 2:59 pm #2524420
what info is needed? can you do a parallel install?
by sgt_shultz · about 16 years, 10 months ago
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It sounds like you don’t have your windows installation cd. if you did you could try a ‘parallel install’. then you could ‘take ownership’ of any folders that you might need. since it is an online app perhaps all you need is the favorites folder and cookies or something.
a parallel install is where you put xp on the same box but in a different folder from the default. I just append the word ‘rescue’ to the folder name xp offers. make sure you have enough free drive space or add in a second drive to do this.
this is probably not what you are hoping for sorry, i don’t know how to crack your password. i would go the the knoppix.org site for help with your password cracking maybe -
May 9, 2007 at 3:07 pm #2524417
correct, no disk
by char_grill1 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to what info is needed? can you do a parallel install?
Yes, that is correct. No disk. Everything came pre installed. I have the license key. Not sure how to obtain a copy from that. I am perfectly willing to completely reformat. I need a pc to tie into a new register system that is being installed. So there will be new software anyway. I had hoped to use this one and not have to purchase a new one.
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May 9, 2007 at 3:12 pm #2524414
Reformat then
by pringles86 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to correct, no disk
That would probably be the easiest way to go. Just reformat and reinstall XP.
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May 9, 2007 at 3:18 pm #2524411
ok, reformat
by char_grill1 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
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My only concern with reformatting is reinstalling XP Pro. With no disc and only a key how can I get it? I have found links to discussions where this is a problem. Will I just need to get any disc (I have xp at home, not xp pro) and enter the code I have or will I have to buy a whole new copy?
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May 9, 2007 at 3:29 pm #2524409
XP CD
by pringles86 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to Reformat then
You can’t use an XP home CD to install XP Pro.
You can either find someone who has XP Pro and use their CD. Or download a copy of XP Pro from the internet and use your product key to install it. If you need more information on the second option, I don’t think I can help you here as I believe some people would frown upon it.
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May 10, 2007 at 7:37 am #2523084
No Admin password
by huoml · about 16 years, 10 months ago
In reply to Windows xp adminstrator password problem
Do you have domain?
I am not sure if with guest account you can join the domain, but if you can get to change computer name screen on computer properties, you could try to join the domain and supply domain admin id/pswd to join the domain. Once joined, you can change local admin password.
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Try the suggestion to boot off of cd that can rest admin password. I have used successfuly one of those utilities (more than a year ago).hth
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May 12, 2007 at 7:24 pm #2592287
still no password
by char_grill1 · about 16 years, 10 months ago
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Yeah, it seems that booting off a cd is the best bet. Unfortunately, I have no cd. This system was supposed to be supported through another company. That company is no longer in business. All I have is pre installed windows xp pro and with no administrator password I can’t find a way to make a boot cd or restore cd. My access is limited. So my only recourse is to find a cd–I have the license key. Of course, finding someone I know with xp pro is tough.
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June 12, 2007 at 8:48 am #2585867
re: still no password
by joebana · about 16 years, 9 months ago
In reply to still no password
Is the PC a brand name such as Dell, HP , IBM/Lenovo?
If so, these companies provide system recovery utilities to restore/reinstall the original OS and applications to the factory defaults.
If it is a brand name PC, check the vendor’s support sites on how to access the restore functions.
Otherwise you will need to obtain a ‘Retail’ copy of XP because your ‘OEM’ Product ID Key from the PC vendor wont work as it is media specific.
If you have to purchase a Retail copy of XP, I would suggest going to a local PC shop (‘PC Club’ in the westcoast and online), purchase a PC component (RAM, Hard disk, CPU, etc.) and you can get the OEM copy of XP Pro for $99.00.
Good luck
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December 6, 2007 at 12:15 am #2544819
Easy solution
by puni12ke · about 16 years, 3 months ago
In reply to Windows xp adminstrator password problem
Try use the CMD command i bet you get to the C:\>
Type User net *.*, this will give you option to clear all the users passwords. leave the password fields blank and press enter twice. Enjoy your Xp without extra charges.. have a nice day
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