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resetting password on xp pro

I am trying to reset the admin password on an xp pro machine. I downloaded a linux password reset utility. I have to type nt_pass at the boot: prompt and it loads it up. When it gets to the point where it shows the disks there are none listed? I ran the utility on another xp machine and was able to see the disk. The difference between the 2 machines is that one has a serial ATA drive and the one it worked on is a standard IDE. Anyone have any ideas???

Thanks,

Jeff

pjedmond

Yes - You need the correct drivers in order to view the SATA drive, and my guess is that the drivers are not present on your password reset utility disc.....so ...alternatives:

1. http://www.ubcd4win.com/contents.htm (Sala password Updat/reset)

2. Do it with Knoppix. Knoppix is recognised as one of the best systems around for recognising hardware devices:

http://www.linuxquestions.org/linux/answers/Security/Resetting_Windows_Passwords_with_Knoppix

3. Create a new Kernel with the correct SATA drivers - I knew you'd like a challenge...You can learn about building custom kernels here:

http://www.digitalhermit.com/linux/Kernel-Build-HOWTO.html

Probably better that you work with idea 1 or 2 unless you *really* want to make things difficult:)

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