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by ajk52405
by blitzsonik
You can log into your PC in safe mode with administrative rights and take control of the c: drive. This will probably take a very long time to complete.
To take control of the c:\ just go back into the ACL and click on advanced. One of the tabs at the top will be Owner. Click there and then choose the new owner. Be sure to check the box that referes to all child folders.
by ajk52405
How do I get to the ACL when in safe mode. I do not have a toolbar and as I have no rights to the c drive I can't access it to change the rights. Any assistance appreciated.
I am reluctant to sytem restore as I will lose all my apps and data
by dark force
Within safe mode logged in using an admin account,
1. Open "My Computer" or Windows Explorer.
2. Right-click the C: and choose Properties
3. Change to the security tab and click "Advanced"
4. Go to the "Owner" tab.
From there, you should be able to change the ownership on the drive. Be sure to check the box to take ownership of all child folders before actually setting the ownership, otherwise you will have to do it again.
This will probably take several minutes depending on how fast the PC is.
Gook Luck!
by wlbowers
Download the unix password cracker disk. It will let you change/reset the admin's password.
Your other option is to do an inplace upgrade.
Knowledge Base Article on inplace upgrade. Q315341
http://tinyurl.com/2zgk
Lee
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