Windows XP (a second laptop)
After the COMPUTER boots I get this message.
Windows could not log you on. Make sure User Name and DOMAIN Name are Correct then type your password again.

There is a logon dialog behind the message.
When I click OK on the message the computer continues to the usual log on window with the list of users.

I have tried to turn on Auto log on but nothing happens.

I used Regedit to see what was in the registry.

And I have two users Walter and Erod but neither has a password.
The domain is MARSMINI for both.

When I typed Control Userpasswords2 in Run I get the User Name as ADMINISTRATOR.

But there is no Administrator Account in the User Accounts and when I tried to enter it I got the message that the account already existed.

Both Walter and Erod have administrator privledge but I don't know if this is what it is referring to.

I know this is not a difficult problem but I am confused and don't know what to do from here.

Thanks.

Mighty ToadIf it's asking for a domain name then chances are your CMOS battery has gone dead and it's trying to boot to a network...
The battery is on the MBoard...Part# CR 2032 available anywhere...
In the meantime at boot press WHICHEVER key gets you into setup...and change the boot order to HDD as 1st.... that MAY need to be done each time you boot til the battery is replaced.Thank you this was making me crazy.

Mighty ToadYou're more than welcome...
So that solved it then ? ?