EXPERT RESPONSE
Your best bet in this case is to use a Live CD of a Linux distribution, like Ubuntu, that you can download from Ubuntu.com. You put the CD in your drive and boot your computer from it and it gives you unfettered access to most peripherals connected to your computer. This should circumvent any kind of password prompt you're getting and, unless the drive is encrypted, you should be able to access your data.
More information on password security
Password security FAQs
Check out this collection of recent password security questions for advice on cracking through a locked hard drive and what to do if you forget your password.
Password Hardening Journal
One oft-forgotten element of a secure organization is password security. Check out our Windows security journal to find out how to secure your organization at this level.
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