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- my desktop wont let me swich on, it requires a recoverykey

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04-11-2025 08:04 AM
@kovani, Welcome to HP Support Community,
Thank you for posting your query; I’m here to help by guiding you through steps to resolve this issue
If you are unable to log in to your Windows desktop because it requires a recovery key, you can reset your password using a different device. Follow these steps:
- Go to the Microsoft Recover your account page.
- Follow the on-screen directions to reset your password.
I hope this helps.
Please feel free to reply here if you have any questions or if you need further clarification on any of the steps.
Take care and have a good day.
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