registry editor

Discussion in 'Windows XP / Older OS' started by james53257, May 31, 2007.

  1. james53257

    james53257 MDL Novice

    May 31, 2007
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    My computer doesn't have an administrator account. I tried to add one in the registry, but got the "can't create value: error to writing registry". I also tried to change the permission, but got the "Unable to save permission changes on userlist. Access is denied." Can anyone help me? Thanks.:confused:
     
  2. RetVetnTX

    RetVetnTX MDL Novice

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    Administrator Account

    Your computer might have one that isn't visible. When you get to the logon screen (where you choose which user), hit control-alt-delete twice. Select the user name line and type Administrator. Leave the password blank and attempt to sign in.
     
  3. urie

    urie Moderator
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    If it is windows xp home edition press F8 at boot and that will bring up hidden administrator account:D
     
  4. wolfkhan

    wolfkhan MDL Novice

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    Just curious, but why would there need to be a hidden administrator account anyway???