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Windows 7 Reset Windows 7 Password?

Thread starter busydog
Start date Jan 8, 2010
1 min read
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account recovery boot drive free tools password reset security windows 7

📎 AI Summary:
This WindowsForum thread discusses methods for creating password reset disks for Windows 7, with some users sharing links and experiences on using floppy disks, USB drives, and other media. While some users found solutions and shared instructions, others express frustration over the limitations of available options, such as the reliance on floppy disks or the inability to reset passwords using certain media. Overall, the conversation indicates a community seeking effective, free ways to reset Windows 7 passwords, with some success and ongoing uncertainty.

busydog

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Jan 8, 2010

Thread Author #1

Has anyone found a link to a free boot disk to reset windows 7 passwords?

Solution

To use your password reset disk to reset your password

You will not be able to follow these steps if you have locked your computer.

1. If you have typed the wrong password, you'll receive a message that says your user name or password is incorrect. When this message appears, click OK.
2. Click Reset password, and then follow the instructions.

To use an administrator account to reset your password
Warning: If you use an administrator account to reset the password, you will permanently lose access to any e‑mail messages or encrypted files that are on that account.

1. Log on to the administrator account that you will use to reset the forgotten password.
2. Open Local Users and Groups by clicking the Start...