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10-09-2014 05:53 AM
Hello everyone,
I have forgotten my administrative password (use to open your notebook), tried all passwords that I can remember, unsuccessful. when i tried resetting it, it suggested that i connect a certain flashdrive. It is not Microsoft issue. I was told I need to reset the whole laptop. Tried backing up the laptop so i can reset it but its not allowing me as the password is incorrect. called HP support was just being transferred from one tech to another...time consuming but did not get an answer. I would appreciate any help. Thank you
10-09-2014
05:59 AM
- last edited on
04-20-2016
03:44 PM
by
OscarFuentes
Hi,
The flash drive is nothing but a password reset disk. Since you havent created one to reset the password you have to reinstall the OS which will erase all the data and will set the computer to day one. If your unit as Windows XP, then you can reset the password by going to safe mode.
How to perform Windows 7 Recovery
Also you can try the steps listed in the below link which is from third part websites.
Windows Vista:
http://pcsupport.about.com/od/windowsvista/ht/reset-password-windows-vista.htm
Windows 7:
http://pcsupport.about.com/od/windows7/ht/reset-password-windows-7.htm
Windows 8/8.1:
http://pcsupport.about.com/od/windows-8/a/reset-password-windows-8.htm
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10-09-2014 06:06 AM
If you are referring to the password on your Windows operating system and not the BIOS, then there are ways around it.
People with access to MSDN have access to MSDaRt. MSDaRt has a utility called locksmith which makes short work of passords. If you take your notebook to a PC shop there is a good chance that a professional there will be able to take care of the problem with out suggesting that you reinstall the OS. Chances are that it will not be a free service.
THere are also programs on the internet that will do the same, but there are risks involved. From an ethical perspective, I don't know you personally so I cannot in good conscience make any specific recommendations as to what will work.
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10-31-2014 01:37 PM
Hi @Oliviay ,
Please be respectful to those who offer suggestions . . Respect your fellow users by keeping your tone positive and your comments constructive. Good or bad, your experiences are always welcome as long as they are offered in a courteous way. Respect people's time and attention by providing complete information about your question or problem, including product name and model number. People like helping those who ask good questions.
Regards,
George