Can i change my root password

[clem58]

I tried to enter my root password to -day but it it not being recognised, thing is i know what my password is which makes it even more frustrating. Can it be replaced or retrieved, or would it be better to reinstall the disc. I have YDL6.2 on the ps3. thanks for replies.

[billb]

No need to reinstall -- here's how to reset it:

1. Reboot

2. At the kboot prompt, press the TAB key once before it autostarts (you'll have about 5 seconds) to bring up the default kernel option, then add a space and the word single then press ENTER

3. Eventually you'll arrive at a # prompt. To change the root password, enter this command:

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passwd root

It should go something like this:

passwd root
Changing password for user root.
New UNIX password: [enter new root password]
Retype new UNIX password: [enter new root password]
passwd: all authentication tokens updated successfully.

Then reboot -- you're done!

[clem58]

I'll give that a go let you know how i get on. THANKS