reset admin password on win2000 pc

I have a stand alone windows 2000 pc which i just powered up for the first time. I entered the password that I want the admin to use. when i rebooted & type it, it won't take.

I know that there is a way to erase the password (file) and enter a new one.

Under NT, i deleted a file, waited for a few minutes then was able to make the change. Haven't done it for a while, forgot the steps.

Can anyone help with the steps.
Thanks..

 

Sorry but I feel you should have read the posting rules viz :

Missing or Invalid Passwords - We follow Microsoft's Policy regarding missing or invalid passwords here; meaning that we cant help you, and don't want this information to be posted here. This also applies to Content Advisor Configuration Information.

 

AndyO has it right about password crack help. We just don't do it.

The only advice I can offer - but with a new machine it shouldn't be a problem - is to start the install from scratch. Also you might check the capslock situation since NT passwords are case sensitive.

And while you may have been able to delete a file to clear passwords on 9X systems, NT wouldn't allow it.

Locking this thread.