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Problem setting up user profiles
I have XP SP-2, Home Edition
Tried to set up a 'limited' user so that I could let the kids use the computer. It sets up fine, but when I try to log on as them, I get an error message telling me that there's no user profile for them. |
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Problem setting up user profiles
The user profile is built for a user the first time they logon to the
computer and you will see a folder with the username under documents and settings. If the problem continues try creating another user account. If the problem still continues it sounds like your permissions to the documents and settings folder is out of whack. By default system and administrators should have full control of that folder and everyone and users have read/list/execute. The link below shows how to configure NTFS permissions in XP. I would also be sure to run scans for viruses and spyware on your computer right away since you are experiencing strange behavior being sure to use the latest definitions/updates fro each program that you can download from the vendors website. AdAware SE is a great program for detecting and removing spyware and is free for personal use. Also use Event Viewer to check your system and application logs for anything recorded there that may provide a clue. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC tips http://www.download.com/3000-2094-10045910.html --- AdAware SE download. "bp" wrote in message ... I have XP SP-2, Home Edition Tried to set up a 'limited' user so that I could let the kids use the computer. It sets up fine, but when I try to log on as them, I get an error message telling me that there's no user profile for them. |
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Problem setting up user profiles
I think I found the article about configuring the NTFS permissions (I think
you forgot the link). It told me to select "Use Simple File Sharing", which isn't listed as an option in my folder properties. While in there, I did click a button to restore all defaults. I also ran AdAware and Spybot. Both found and eliminated a few things. I also installed the UPHclean program, to make sure that the existing profiles were closing. I seem to still be having the problem. Also, if I set the account with administrator permissions, I get a message saying that it can't find the profile, and is just using a default one. (this is in addition to the message I get with the accout set to 'Limited'. thanks for the help. "Steven L Umbach" wrote: The user profile is built for a user the first time they logon to the computer and you will see a folder with the username under documents and settings. If the problem continues try creating another user account. If the problem still continues it sounds like your permissions to the documents and settings folder is out of whack. By default system and administrators should have full control of that folder and everyone and users have read/list/execute. The link below shows how to configure NTFS permissions in XP. I would also be sure to run scans for viruses and spyware on your computer right away since you are experiencing strange behavior being sure to use the latest definitions/updates fro each program that you can download from the vendors website. AdAware SE is a great program for detecting and removing spyware and is free for personal use. Also use Event Viewer to check your system and application logs for anything recorded there that may provide a clue. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC tips http://www.download.com/3000-2094-10045910.html --- AdAware SE download. "bp" wrote in message ... I have XP SP-2, Home Edition Tried to set up a 'limited' user so that I could let the kids use the computer. It sets up fine, but when I try to log on as them, I get an error message telling me that there's no user profile for them. |
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Problem setting up user profiles
Sorry I forgot the link. It is below. There is not an option to disable
simple file sharing in XP Home but you can boot into Safe Mode and logon as local administrator to then see the security tab for folders. Were there any error or warning messages in the system or application log?? Also try searching Google for the exact error message you get as often you will find more information and possible solutions though it sounds like a permissision problem. --- Steve http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;308418 "bp" wrote in message ... I think I found the article about configuring the NTFS permissions (I think you forgot the link). It told me to select "Use Simple File Sharing", which isn't listed as an option in my folder properties. While in there, I did click a button to restore all defaults. I also ran AdAware and Spybot. Both found and eliminated a few things. I also installed the UPHclean program, to make sure that the existing profiles were closing. I seem to still be having the problem. Also, if I set the account with administrator permissions, I get a message saying that it can't find the profile, and is just using a default one. (this is in addition to the message I get with the accout set to 'Limited'. thanks for the help. "Steven L Umbach" wrote: The user profile is built for a user the first time they logon to the computer and you will see a folder with the username under documents and settings. If the problem continues try creating another user account. If the problem still continues it sounds like your permissions to the documents and settings folder is out of whack. By default system and administrators should have full control of that folder and everyone and users have read/list/execute. The link below shows how to configure NTFS permissions in XP. I would also be sure to run scans for viruses and spyware on your computer right away since you are experiencing strange behavior being sure to use the latest definitions/updates fro each program that you can download from the vendors website. AdAware SE is a great program for detecting and removing spyware and is free for personal use. Also use Event Viewer to check your system and application logs for anything recorded there that may provide a clue. --- Steve http://www.microsoft.com/athome/secu...2/Default.mspx --- Protect Your PC tips http://www.download.com/3000-2094-10045910.html --- AdAware SE download. "bp" wrote in message ... I have XP SP-2, Home Edition Tried to set up a 'limited' user so that I could let the kids use the computer. It sets up fine, but when I try to log on as them, I get an error message telling me that there's no user profile for them. |
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