joining computer to domain using sysprep mini setup

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Hi All,

I have created a winXP image using sysprep. Everything works fine when it
is started up for the first time until it gets to joining it to a domain. It
prompts me for a username/pwd sits for about 5 min then reports cannot change
the computers' network id.

Anyone know how to prevent this?

Also what is the best practise for this? Should you include a username/pwd
in sysprep.ini or leave it blank and enter it when prompted?

Thanks.
BW.