Windows 2000 Pro Locked ?? for IT Folks

[oldogy]

I have a Dell laptop running Win 2000 pro. The administrator password is unknown and has me locked down as what I can do. I need to install a new application and change the communication device. Is all password storage in CMOS as I suspect? Do Cmos clearing programs that are available on ebay work?

Twenty years ago I knew my way around DOS fairly well but I do not remember much of it. I've never had any formal Windows training after Win 95.

thanks,

oldogy

[raydog1]

That can reset the bios password, not the windows admin password. This is what I use:

Offline NT Password & Registry Editor

Just follow the directions. It's easier than it looks and will reset the pw for you in about 1 minute.

[Guest mustangdave]

WINDOWS 2000...dude...time for a NEW OS...LOL

[BryanP]

raydog1's link will take care of it for you. I've been using that tool for years.

[lowbud]

+1 works like a champ