I'm having trouble using the "RunAs" command from cmdexe. The Shortcut works fine. I also believe the syntax to be correct. I'm leaving and example of the issues i'm running into. If anyone could help, it would be much appreciated.

RunAs Syntax

runas /user:LocalAdminAccount\ComputerName "secpol.msc" [Enter]
Enter the password for this user: !enter password with nothing showing. [Enter]

Error, user name invalid or password incorrect.


There it is folks. And I know for certain the user exists. I created it on my own. and the password was checked for integrity.

Any Help?

Try this:

runas /User:ComputerName\UserName secpol.msc

You could also need to add the /noprofile switch.

Ok I'll try it with the No Profile switch. and let ya know

I took your advice and was returned the error:

Secpol.msc is not a valid win32 application.

That hardly seems correct. I understand the fundamental meaning, but what can I do to get it to Run?

You need to invoke the Microsoft Management Console. Try this:
runas /User:ComputerName\UserName "mmc %windir%\system32\secpol.msc"

Here is a guide to MMC if you need further information:

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechn...o/mmcsteps.mspx

Cyclia, I tried your method and it worked on the very first try.

I fell back in my chai and shouted, "Money" ! Thank you for all your help.

P.S.

what exactly is happening when I insert the "mmc" line? Is that simply requesting the services of mmc?

Won't be replying to this thread again, just wanted to know that lil tidbit. Thanks again!