how to login as root. (simple question. I think)

moti · 11-03-2003, 01:53 PM

Hi,
I'm new in town.

I installed mandrake 9.1 on my computer. I have a single user account defined.
The moment I open the computer I have an immediate login. But when I logout and
login again only then it shows a single user to choose (and the following action is
typing password).

Now, how can I login as a root? I have only one user which has a limited ability.
Did I missed anything in installation? Do I need to configure something in my OS.

Thanks

david_ross · 11-03-2003, 02:00 PM

Welcome to LQ.

When logged in as your user open up a console/terminal and type:
su -

Then your root password.

case1984 · 11-03-2003, 02:05 PM

I don't use mandrake anymore, but I'll try to help:

go to configuration - KDE - system - login manager and then make sure root is not listed as hidden. I think this is the default if you choose "standard" security.

Michael

<edit>Sorry david_ross simultaneous post - doing it by su - is better if it will work!</edit>