Password Issues in Windows – Problem and Solution

Microsoft Windows is a safe operating system that enables you to create passwords to provide total security to your data stored on the hard disk. But, sometimes the Windows password gets expired or you might forget the password, due to which you fail to access the data stored in the system. In such cases, you need to use the password reset disk or reinstall your Windows. A reinstall of Windows results in loss of your data. In such cases, an updated backup helps you to restore your data. But if the backup fails to perform, then it is recommended to use an efficient windows data recovery software to recover and restore your data completely.

For example- You try to log on to your system after a long time. When Windows asks you for the password, you fail to recall it back. In such situations, you cannot log on to the system and access the data stored. To solve such problems, you need to use the following methods (when the system is not configured in domain):

1. Use the password reset disk:

The password reset disk enables you to set a new password for your Windows. To use this method, follow the steps below:

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  Start your system, choose the user name and then press 'enter'.

  
  
  



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  Then Click on use you password reset disk. This will enable you to create a new password for your account.

  
  
  



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  Then you need to insert the password reset disc in the system and click 'next'.

  
  
  



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  Enter a new password in the 'Type a new password' box and confirm.

  
  
  



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  Type a hint for your password if you want , then click 'Finish' and log onto Windows again.
  
  
  

  
  
  

2. Log on as administrator to reset the password:

To use this method, restart your computer and press CTRL+ALT+DEL,two times consecutively and enter the name of the administrator account. You will get options to specify the new password.

3. Reinstall the Windows operating system: If you are still unable to resolve the issue even after following the above methods, then you need to reinstall Windows operating system.

When you reinstall your Windows, you may lose your stored data. Thus, to recover your lost data completely, you are suggested to use a powerful Windows Data Recovery Software. These Windows Partition Recovery applications use advanced scanning algorithms to recover your data quickly.

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