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  1. I forgot my Windows password, except I don’t have the right USB?


    My computer somehow forgot my PIN, and I haven’t used the actual password in ~2 years. When I went to click the ‘Reset Password’ link it said I needed a USB drive. I got one and plugged it in, but it says it’s not the right drive? I can’t get on my computer at all now because this is the only account. What do I do?

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    Andrew Webb1, Mar 21, 2023
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  2. forgot password

    Hi Tom,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft community.

    • Are you using Microsoft account or local account for logging in the computer?
    I suggest you to follow steps from the below article “What to do if you forget your Windows password” and check if it helps.

    Change or reset your Windows password - Microsoft Support

    You may also refer to the below article.

    I can't sign in to my Microsoft account - Microsoft Support

    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Mar 21, 2023
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  3. Upgrade to windows 10. Current password doesn t work

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    Sorry for the inconvenience caused. I will assist you with this.

    Please let us know

    • Are you logged in with a local account or Microsoft account?
    • Have you tried typing the password with On-Screen keyboard?
    I would suggest you to try the following steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: On-Screen Keyboard

    You may use the accessibility options to pop open a on-screen keyboard and type the password from there to make sure you are typing the correct password.

    If the issue persists,

    Step 2:

    If you see your email address listed there, it must be a Microsoft account. You will be able to reset the password and log in if your PC is connected to internet.

    Refer,

    I can't sign in to my Microsoft account - Microsoft Support

    Hope this information was helpful.
     
    Deepak_Krishnan R, Mar 21, 2023
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  4. I forgot my Windows password, except I don’t have the right USB?

    Forgot Local Password

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided below and reset the password for the local account and check.


    • Login in to your Microsoft account.

    • Press Windows logo key + X key.

    • Select Computer Management.

    • Click on Local user and group.

    • In the right window pane, double click on user’s folder.

    • Right click on local user account and select set password and follow the on screen instructions.


    Hope it helps. Do let us know if your issue is resolved. For any further query, feel free to contact us.

    Thank you.
     
    Syed Md Bilal, Mar 21, 2023
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