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We share a computer here at work, and the last person to use my computer logged into our server using my WinXP computer, and checked the box to save the password. Now when I try to login to our network, it does it automatically. Can you please tell me where do I go to disable this saved password?

Thanks!
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As pointed out (and confirmed), the saved network credentials are handled by Windows XP’s Stored User Names and Passwords (the Key Manager). Removing the specific entry stops the machine from automatically authenticating to the server; this is the usual fix for the “remembered password” behavior on a shared workstation. (support.microsoft.com)

Quick, reliable ways to open the Stored User Names and Passwords dialog:

rundll32.exe keymgr.dll,KRShowKeyMgr

or

control userpasswords2

(from the Advanced tab click Manage Passwords, or in Control Panel → User Accounts click “Manage my network passwords” when available). Select the saved credential for the server and click Remove; close and retry the connection so Windows prompts for credentials again. (support.microsoft.com)

If the remembered password is tied to a mapped drive or active session, clear the mapping first so the credential isn’t reused:

net use
net use Z: /delete
net use * /delete

Use net use to list connections and delete the specific mapping (or * to remove all). Remap as needed and enter the correct credentials when prompted. (learn.microsoft.com)

If the Stored User Names and Passwords UI is empty or buttons are disabled, a local policy may be blocking credential storage (the “Network access: Do not allow storage of credentials or .NET Passports for network authentication” setting). On XP Professional run secpol.msc → Local Policies → Security Options to check that setting (changes may require a restart). Note: removing stored credentials forces manual re-entry next time; an administrator account is required to change some policies or mappings. (learn.microsoft.com)

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Does help?

Thanks very much!! This worked wonderfully!!
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Great!

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