Windows 10: Two User Accounts with same name

Discus and support Two User Accounts with same name in User Accounts and Family Safety to solve the problem; Hi everyone, I'm well aware that this topic was posted multiple times. However non of the so far provided solutions worked for me. Two days ago I... Discussion in 'User Accounts and Family Safety' started by FelixB, Mar 22, 2020.

  1. FelixB Win User

    Two User Accounts with same name


    Hi everyone,

    I'm well aware that this topic was posted multiple times. However non of the so far provided solutions worked for me.

    Two days ago I reinstalled windows. During the installation process my computer had no internet connection, so I created a local account. Later after installing all my network drivers I logged in into my normal Windows account, which has the same name. Now if I activate the password prompt on startup, everything seems fine. If I deactived it however (untick the checkbox in netplwiz), Windows tells me right on startup that no connection can be established. I have to press ok here and can then choose my actual account.

    Two User Accounts with same name [​IMG]


    So what I did so far:
    - Open netplwiz, uncheck the box, close the password prompt, save, check again
    - Check net user
    Two User Accounts with same name [​IMG]

    - Change the value in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\RegisteredOwner from "Felix" to "Felix B", which is how my name is displayed
    Two User Accounts with same name [​IMG]


    None of this things changed anything on the outcome unfortunately. As long as I request a password on startup everything works fine but as soon as I try to deactivate it, this ghost account appears again.

    My Windows Version number: Version 1909 (Build 18363.720)

    :)
     
    FelixB, Mar 22, 2020
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  2. Vesao Win User

    Remove account

    I suggest you backup your personalized files first before removing the account.
    To delete an account, follow these steps:
    1. Press WIN + X keys and click Command Prompt (Admin) from the menu.
    2. Type the following command and press Enter. Replace test with the name of your sister's account. Code:
     
    Vesao, Mar 22, 2020
    #2
  3. User Account Folder Name

    Hi,

    Kindly perform the following steps to change your Windows 10 User Account Name.

    • Press windows key + R, then type netplwiz.
    • Under Users for this computer, double click on your user account.
    • Change the user name then click on Apply.
    • Click OK.
    • Restart the PC.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.
     
    Gerdimae Sal, Mar 22, 2020
    #3
  4. Jessen P Win User

    Two User Accounts with same name

    Query about changing the User Accounts name

    Hi Jerry,

    Perform the steps mentioned below to change the user account name.

    • Sign in to the Your info page on the Microsoft account website.

    • Under your name, select Edit name.
      If there’s no name listed yet, select Add name.
    • Edit or add the name you want, then choose Save.
      Your Microsoft account name will start to appear or change everywhere you use it.

    Please revert if you still cannot change the user account name.

    Thank you.
     
    Jessen P, Mar 22, 2020
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