Windows 7: Save user password with reset file

Do you have that under Windows 7? Forgot user passwordthat helpswin7 logo Other specifications Password reset disk Further. A replacement key can be stored on a USB stick, which guarantees access in an emergency. Attention should be paid to the USB-Stick with a password change too Update.

 

To access the built-in Windows 7 tools , type "User Accounts" in the Start menu.

1_user accounts

In the window that opens, select the " Create password reset disk" link on the right.

2_Password reset diskette

Now you should connect a USB stick , select it from the drop-down menu and continue by clicking the Next button.

3_USB_Stick

The next step will prompt you to enter your current user account password.

4_password

Finally, the password reset disk is created.

5_Done

A file named userkey.psw can now be found on the USB storage device.

6_userkey.psw

If you forget your password , Windows 7 will display a " Reset password" link after you enter an incorrect password . You will then be prompted to specify the location of the password reset file in order to create a new password .

It is definitely worthwhile to create such a password reset disk, as additional tools are not always offered as freeware.

 

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