Re: Locked Folder / Account

Michael wrote:
I had a folder under Documents and Settings that was password protected. My system crashed and it was necessary to reinstall XP Pro. When I created new user IDs there were not exactly the same as before. I did the best I could from memory.

When I try to access the locked folder I am denied access. I remember the password but the system does not ask for a password. It only states that access is denied. Is there a way I can gain access to this folder and make it accessable?

Take ownership of the folder.

Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP [Q308421] - http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=308421

How Do I Get the Security tab in Folder Properties? - http://www.dougknox.com/xp/tips/xp_security_tab.htm


Malke
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