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How to change your network password (PC users)

To change your network password, you need to type in your old password, enter a new password, and then confirm the new password. Here is what you do.

Windows XP

1. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL on your keyboard.

windows security box

2. On the Windows Security dialog box, you have these options:

  • Lock Computer
  • Log Off
  • Shut Down
  • Change Password
  • Task Manager
  • Cancel

3. Select "Change Password" and a Change Password dialog box will appear.

change password box

4. Make sure your username is correct and the "Log on to:" box contains Caledonian.
5. Enter your old password in the "Old Password" field.
6. Enter your new password in the "New Password" field.
7. Retype your new password in the "Confirm New Password" field.
8. Click OK.
9. The system will change your network (domain) logon password and your Blackboard password since your Blackboard password is linked to your domain password. Your my.Caledonian (portal) will not change.

You should now see a small dialog box which says that your password has been changed.

Last Updated: 28 August, 2008
Edited by: Learning Services Web Team