New Omnibook X 14 setup - no admin password setup

[RodLB]

I just setup my new notebook and in the process I added a PIN and facial recognition for logging in.

However it never prompter my for a administrators password.

I have some software that needs the password to be supplied.

How do I setup the admin password or how do I find out if there is a default admin password that has been setup without myknowledge?

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @RodLB,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.

Thanks for reaching out — and congratulations on your new HP Omnibook X 14!

When you first set up Windows 11 on a new notebook and create a user account with a PIN or facial recognition, 

Please note: Windows does not set a default administrator password. If the PC came with one preset, it’s likely managed by whoever set up the device (like a company or retailer or IT). HP does not preconfigure admin passwords on personal laptops.

Here’s how you can check and manage your admin settings:
 

Check if your account is an Administrator:

1. Right-click  the Start menu (Windows icon) and choose “Settings.”
2. Go to Accounts > Your Info.
3. Under your name, it should say "Administrator" if your account has admin rights.

If you're not an administrator and need one:

• If another admin account exists, you’ll need to log in with that to make changes.
• If no other admin account exists and you're locked out of admin privileges, you may need to reset Windows or use advanced recovery options to create a new admin account.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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VikramTheGreat

HP Support