Windows 10: Cannot be administrator of my own computer + problems with windows defender

Discus and support Cannot be administrator of my own computer + problems with windows defender in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Hi everyone! I am kindly asking for your help to solve two problems I am facing with windows on my Lenovo Thinkpad t490s.The first problem I face... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by AttilioTardani, Aug 13, 2021.

  1. ATTILIOTARDANI
    AttilioTardani Win User

    Cannot be administrator of my own computer + problems with windows defender


    Hi everyone! I am kindly asking for your help to solve two problems I am facing with windows on my Lenovo Thinkpad t490s.The first problem I face relates to windows defender and admin rights. Whenever I tried to disactivate windows defender, a pop up saying that the IT admin had restricted access to certain apps W.D. included would come up. The pop-up would say - textually - "The IT administrator has restricted access to certain areas of the app and the item you are trying to access is not available. For more information, contact technical support" Translated from Italian.It is i

    :)
     
    AttilioTardani, Aug 13, 2021
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  2. RAFAEL COM
    Rafael Com Win User

    Windows Defender problem

    Hi Ernst,

    To troubleshoot this issue, we suggest that you check the Windows Defender service if it's running. If you are using a third party spyware/malware program, it may disable the Windows Defender service. To do this, please follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows + R key.
    • Type services.msc.
    • Right-click Windows Defender service and click
      Start.

    Let us know the result.
     
    Rafael Com, Aug 13, 2021
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  3. ANNU SINGH
    Annu Singh Win User
    Windows Defender Not On

    Hi,



    Welcome to Microsoft Community. Your interest in Windows 10 is much appreciated.



    I would suggest you to try the below methods and check:

    Method 1:

    I would suggest you to run virus scan to make sure the computer is free from virus.

    The Microsoft Safety Scanner is a free downloadable security tool that provides on-demand scanning and helps remove virus, spyware, and other malicious software. It works with your existing antivirus software.

    Microsoft Safety Scanner Download - Windows security



    Method 2:

    Turn the Defender on. Follow the below steps:

    • In search, type Defender.
    • Now make the option ON by moving the slider accordingly.


    Method 3: Run the SFC.

    Follow the below steps:

    • Open Command Prompt.
    • Select “Run as Administrator”.
    • Type “sfc /scannow” without quotes and hit
      Enter.
    Now check for the issue.



    Keep us posted if you face any issues on windows in future. We will be glad to help you.
     
    Annu Singh, Aug 13, 2021
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  4. NAVNEET ANAND
    Navneet Anand Win User

    Cannot be administrator of my own computer + problems with windows defender

    Windows Defender isn't initializing.

    Hi Abdul,

    Thank you for using Windows 10.

    Sorry for the delayed reply. I suggest you to Set Windows Defender to Automatic - You can set the Windows Defender service to Automatic, Disabled or Manual. Setting it to automatic might solve the problem. Follow these
    steps:

    • Click Start > type services in the Search box > click Services in the Programs list.
    • Search for Windows defender.
    • Double-click Windows Defender, and click Automatic in the start-up box > click OK.
    Also, follow the below mentioned steps and check:

    • Open the Task manager. Here’s a tip: Press CTRL+Shift+ESC.
    • Click File > Run New Task
    • Make sure you have a check mark beside “Create this task with administrative privileges”
    • Type CMD
    • Type the following 2 commands at the CMD prompt:

      dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

      sfc /scannow

    • Close the CMD window
    Keep us posted on the status of the issue and we’ll be glad to help.
     
    Navneet Anand, Aug 13, 2021
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