How to Retrieve a Windows 2000 Password
- 1). Boot your computer while the Windows 2000 setup CD is in the drive.
- 2). Accept the license agreement when you are prompted on the screen.
- 3). Press the "R" button on your keyboard when you are asked if you want to repair your system.
- 4). Wait until the computer boots to a screen labeled "Press any key to continue." Don't press a key. Instead, wait for the computer to reboot and go through the process again.
- 5). Look for the text labeled "Installing Devices" and press down on the "F10" key and the "Shift" key at the same time to enter the "User Accounts" page.
- 6). Click on the account that you want to change the password for. Type the new password into the box and then type it again to confirm it.
- 7). Restart your computer.
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