ERROR 1045 (28000): Access denied for user 'root'@'localhost' (using password: YES)

[scooterlord]

Hello,

brand new installation of UniserverZ XV. I am trying to create a new user and grant all privileges, but am getting an error:

SQL query: Copy Edit Edit
GRANT ALL PRIVILEGES ON  *.* TO 'sclord'@'localhost';

MySQL said: Documentation
#1045 - Access denied for user 'root'@'localhost' (using password: YES)

I tried without a MySQL password, with my own password, by restoring original password. I tried the console and password worked correctly - even by issuing the command from within the console I get the same error. Any help appreciated!