Cannot access my documents

[johnnyb123]

I had a problem with windows so I had to reinstall it. I thought if I
created the same user name & password I would still be able to access my
documents. Unfortunately, it tells me "access is denied" How can I access
these files again ?

 

[Detlev Dreyer]

I had a problem with windows so I had to reinstall it. I thought if I
created the same user name & password I would still be able to access my
documents.

Nope. User name != SID

Unfortunately, it tells me "access is denied" How can I
access these files again ?

"How to take ownership of a file or folder in Windows XP"
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=308421