recently my windows xp can't boot. so i decide to backup my file then format and reinstall the os. i fix the hard disk to the other computer, but i can't access my document folder on my hard disk.i think is my password which protect the folder, because i have a user password on my os. so how can i access the folder or remove the password?

Welcome to the PCHF ericeongyk.

What version of Windows do you have? XP Home or XP Pro?

i using windows xp pro sp2.

Ok, excellent...

This is a real easy thing to fix

Goto My Computer -> Tools -> Folder Options -> View -> Uncheck Simple File Sharing
Apply and OK out of that window.

Navigate to the folders that you want to access and can't.
Right click on the folder and select Sharing and Security -> Security -> Advanced -> Owner -> Select your username and check Replace owner on subcontainers and objects -> Apply and OK out of that window.

You should now have access.

thanks a lot...i get the file i want...!!!!!

GJ Gar!

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