How do i restore my computer to factory settings ????

romagnoli1 · ‎04-21-2017

I have an hp requiring a password to log in, idk, how do I reset it to factory

CherylG · ‎04-21-2017

Basically-tapping F11 immediately after powering on. Depending on which version of Windows you are running there are a few variations.

For Windows 7:

For Windows 8:

For Windows 10:

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mdklassen · ‎04-21-2017

It may be possible to reset the Windows-login password.

For a "desktop" computer, since you have physical access, you can also delete any "power-on" password.

Much quicker than a "system restore", which may DELETE all your personal files, if you are not careful!

Or, Google-search for "Nordahl offline password".

Download this software, and burn it to a CD-recordable.

Boot your computer from this media, and follow the on-screen instructions to "blank" the current password.

Then, reboot normally.

When asked for the password, just press ENTER.

When Windows is running, set a new password.

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