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The system could not log you on due to the following error

Discussion in 'Windows - General discussion' started by Wjason777, Oct 23, 2008.

  1. Wjason777

    Wjason777 Regular member

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    When i turn on my computer and try to log in i get this error saying...
    "The system could not log you on due to the following error: the specified domain either does not exist or could not be contacted. please try again or consult your system administrator."

    I tried reinstalling windows xp pro but i still get the same error.
     
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    i_am_alex Regular member

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    That's the same message when you log onto the wrong domain over a network. Hvae you installed it wrong?
     
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    When you first start the computer, do you get the Windows classic logon screen, or do you have an icon with a name to click on?

    If you have the new XP theme which shows an icon, press ctrl+alt+del twice to get the classic logon screen. From there, make sure that you're logging in to the local computer (as opposed to a domain). You may have to click the "Advanced" button to see the domain options. You'll need to enter a valid user name and password (you should have created these when you installed XP).

    Assuming you're using Windows XP Pro (XP Home won't allow you to connect to a domain), you probably checked to connect to a domain during the install process. Since the computer can't find the domain, you're getting this error.
     

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