On a recent startup I was informed my WindowsXP had a missing file, so I used the recovery disk to correct it. During the recovery it told me the problem was unfixable and so it reinstalled Windows. So far so good. I have taken ownership of my old files so I have access to my data HOWEVER all my old settings are in my old user profile. I can't even access the modem / internet / emails, etcI can't reinstall programme files as none of them work without the internet registration... Some of these programme files are essential and specialist programmes (e.g.composing tools, etc) - I have my datafiles but no way of using them!Is it possible to find a way to log-in to my old user profile via my reinstalled WindowsXP?

Hi Nick,You may follow this link and check if it helps.How to copy data from a corrupted user profile to a new profile in Windows XPHope the information helps. Please post back and let us know.RegardsDebleena SMicrosoft Answers Support EngineerVisit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.