Windows 10: Factory reset with no password but now I'm being prompted for a password that never existed!

Discus and support Factory reset with no password but now I'm being prompted for a password that never existed! in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I just bought a brand new ASUS laptop. I installed something unsavory and had to factory reset the laptop. Upon doing that I was prompted to sign in... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Sarah Testerman, Oct 31, 2023.

  1. SARAH TESTERMAN
    Sarah Testerman Win User

    Factory reset with no password but now I'm being prompted for a password that never existed!


    I just bought a brand new ASUS laptop. I installed something unsavory and had to factory reset the laptop. Upon doing that I was prompted to sign in using my password for defaultuser0. The problem is I never set one and no matter what I try old passwords, Microsoft passwords, etc nothing works! I also don't know why it is "defaultuser0" instead of my name...what do I do?! HELP!

    :)
     
    Sarah Testerman, Oct 31, 2023
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  2. P4-630
    P4-630 Win User

    How to reset Windwos 8 Password?

    Change or reset your Windows password - Microsoft Support

    • If you've forgotten your Windows password, there are several ways to retrieve or reset it:
      • If your PC is on a domain, your system administrator must reset your password.
      • If you're using a Microsoft account, you can reset your password online. ...
      • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.
     
    P4-630, Oct 31, 2023
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  3. JSTN7477
    Jstn7477 Win User
    Please Reset Your TechPowerUp Forums Password

    I went through the password reset procedure and by the time I clicked on the link to reset the password, I was greeted with a password prompt for "Forum Admin Area" even on the main domain. Waited a few minutes and the prompt disappeared.
     
    Jstn7477, Oct 31, 2023
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  4. NAMSLAS90
    Namslas90 Win User

    Factory reset with no password but now I'm being prompted for a password that never existed!

    admin password?

    You can reset the Admin Password using Windows XP repair; See Here for step by step.

    *Toast :toast:
     
    Namslas90, Oct 31, 2023
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