lsass password error 1

[Paulreg]

I think I've got myself in a bit of a mess here !
A PC would not start XP. The error message suggested that
c:\windows\system32\config\system was missing or corupt.
I copied a file of the same name and same location on an identical machine to the non booting machine and XP does now boot BUT it displays a lsass.exe error briefly on screen and then reboots itself. The message is only on screen for a few seconds. It says something about an incorrect password value.
All suggestions gratefully received !
Thanks
Paul

 

[linney]

The workaround you are attempting to do requires files from the exact machine experiencing the problem and not from its brothers or sisters. It really is a case of Physician heal thyself.

Try this procedure.

An easy to follow recovery console description when unable to start computer due to corrupt registry.

http://www.digitalwebcast.com/2002/03_mar/tutorials/cw_boot_toot.htm

This is a layman's version of Q307545 in simple language.


HOW TO: Install and Use the Recovery Console for Windows XP (Q307654)

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q307/6/54.asp

 

[Paulreg]

Thanks. I added the HD from the non booter to another machine and copied the files as suggested in the article. System restored !
Thanks again.
Paul