How do I override an administrator password in Windows XP?
Administrator Passwords in Windows XPBoot from a different administrator account if you have one. Any administrator account in any version of XP can change the password of any other account, including other administrator accounts. Go to the “Control Panel”, choose “User Accounts” and select the account that requires a new password. Change the password to something you will remember and record it somewhere safe.Changing an Administrator Password in XP HomeBoot a computer using XP Home in Safe Mode by repeatedly tapping the F8 key during start up if you only have one administrator account. When the menu pops up, use the Up arrow key to navigate because your mouse will not be operational. Arrow up to locate the built-in Administrator account, which is normally hidden. The default password is blank unless you changed it during your original setup. Then you can go to the “Control Panel” and choose “User Accounts” menu to change the administrator password for the account you normally use.If