Forgot Password

got2bmeins

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I can't login to my old desktop admin account because I don't know the password. I can access my son and ex-husband's account, they aren't password protected,
but also not admin accounts. How can I get in, I don't have a password reset disk. I'm not completely computer stupid, but I'm also not a pro, so easiest fix would be greatly appreciated.
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 7
  • Computer type
    PC/Desktop
Welcome to Seven Forum.

You may be able to enable the built in Administrator account. Signed in as Administrator you will be able to reset the password of your admin account. As you don't have access to any admin accounts you will have to use Option Four here:
Built-in Administrator Account - Enable or Disable

In Windows 7 all accounts are local accounts, so you should have no problems. In Windows 8, 10, or 11 an account may be either a local account or a Microsoft account. You cannot reset the password of a Microsoft account this way.
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • Computer type
    Laptop
    Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
    Toshiba satellite C650D
    OS
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
    CPU
    AMD V120
    Memory
    4GB
    Internet Speed
    150 Mbps
    Antivirus
    MSE
    Browser
    IE11, Edge, Firefox
    Other Info
    I also have W7 Pro on my System Two, and several W7 Hyper-V VMs. My other machines run Windows 10/11. Their specs are in my Ten Forums & Eleven Forum profiles.
  • Computer type
    Laptop
    System Manufacturer/Model Number
    Lenovo Thinkpad T430
    OS
    Windows 7 Pro x64
    CPU
    Intel i5-3320M
    Memory
    8 GB
    Hard Drives
    250GB Samsung SSD 860 EVO
    Other Info
    Antivirus: MSE
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