recovery console & password

[bleep]

I recently needed to use the recovery console so loaded my Xp Home disk, went to the correct menu but when I tried to log in ( I am the administrator ), I was told my password was not valid! I checked my account and everything is fine there, especially password details. What is wrong here and are there any work-a rounds or downloads to correct this and allow me access? This is incredibly frustrating so any help is much appreciated.

[Miz]

Usually the problem's due to the way Windows was installed at the factory.

There's a complete explanation in the Microsoft Knowledge Base article, Error message when you log on to Recovery Console in Windows XP: "The password is not valid".

There's a registry edit about 2/3 down this page that might fix the problem. I've never used it so I can't quarantee it'll work.

[Joe1]

Edited by mod - we do not help bypass password or recommend pirated software.

[bleep]

Thanks Miz, the registry fix did the trick!

[Miz]

You're welcome! Thanks for the update.