Symptom
When you log on to a computer that is running Windows 7 in a domain environment, you receive the following error message:
The trust relationship between this workstation and the primary domain failed.
Resolution
To resolve this issue, remove the computer from the domain, and thenconnect the computer to the domain.
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Use a local administrator account to log on to the computer.
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SelectStart, press and hold (or right-click) Computer> Properties.
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SelectChange settings next to the computer name.
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On the Computer Name tab, selectChange.
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Underthe Member ofheading, select Workgroup, type a workgroup name, and then selectOK.
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When you are promptedto restart the computer, selectOK.
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On the Computer Name tab, selectChange again.
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Underthe Member of heading, select Domain, and then type the domain name.
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SelectOK, and then type the credentials of the user who has permissionsin the domain.
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When you are prompted to restart the computer, selectOK.
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Restart the computer.
