Win XP Logon, User list empty

[Guest]

Hi, when I start my Desktop now i find that the logon screen does not display
any users! So I am unable to start XP. I have tried safe mode, tried repair
from the XP disc, but the same error occurs. I have been using remote desktop
a lot from my wireless connected laptop.
How can i get into Windows to sort my user list.

 

[Guest]

When you first turn on the PC press CRTL ALD DEL a few times. A box with a
spot for Username and Pass will appear. Type in your Username/Password and
hit OK. If that does not work try Administrator Acct or another user.

BMR777

 

[S.Sengupta]

Boot into safe mode (log in as the administrator) and try a system
restore.Does that help?
You can also do the following in the safe mode:-
Start>Run>type in:"control userpasswords2"(without quotes)>ok
where you can select any account name and Reset Password.
Once back to a normal boot in some account, you can Use TweakUI.
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/downloads/powertoys/xppowertoys.mspx


Start>All Programs>Powertoys>Tweak UI.It's Logon page to check which
accounts to 'show on Welcome screen'


regards,
S.Sengupta [MS-MVP]

 

[Guest]

have you also tried Safe Mode w/command prompt only?

 

[Guest]

Hi, yea, starting safe mode with command prompt brings up the log on screen
with still no user name. To get round, I've reinstalled Windows!
What a perfect end to a shi..y day

 

[Guest]

This did not bring any change to the error!
Thanks

 

[Guest]

I take that you're up and running again.

Sorry it took reloading OS!!