Windows 10: Locked out of my PC

Discus and support Locked out of my PC in Windows Hello & Lockscreen to solve the problem; I always used a PIN to log into my PC, but it suddenly became unavailable and wanted a password. I've never used a password for accessing this PC, so I... Discussion in 'Windows Hello & Lockscreen' started by Anthony Mitchell2, May 14, 2024.

  1. Locked out of my PC


    I always used a PIN to log into my PC, but it suddenly became unavailable and wanted a password. I've never used a password for accessing this PC, so I can't give it one. In an attempt to reset that password option, I logged into my Microsoft account via my phone and created a new login password for my Microsoft account. Unfortunately, this doesn't work for logging in to the PC.How can I resolve this, as I am the only administrator on this PC?

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    Anthony Mitchell2, May 14, 2024
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  2. PC Build Steps

    Ok just because I like steps i am going to create some steps. Please give me the stamp of approval/disapproval
    • Install system in case
      • Remember to connect SSD and optical to same SATA ports on motherboard
    • Turn on PC
    • setup HDD
    • run blend test in prime95 for 30-60 min
      • run realtemp at the same time
    • While in Prime95 test
      • if CPU goes above 70c in RealTemp, I have a leaky CPU
      • if my system locks up or blue screens, there is an instability in the system somewhere
      • if my system does not lock up or blue screen, my CPU is not damaged and I am in the clear!
    What do you guys think??
     
    anandsap123, May 14, 2024
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  3. RCoon Win User
    PC Build Steps

    1.1 - Ideally put optical in SATA 0, and SSD in SATA 1, this will cause the optical drive to be the default 1st boot option. You can change it manually if not, but I like it this way
    2.infinity - yes, that's fine. if it's above 70 +/- 5 degrees, then it may just need a repaste/remount
     
    RCoon, May 14, 2024
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  4. Locked out of my PC

    Lock Screen Image Issue

    Hi Kirby,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am glad to assist you on this.

    I would suggest you to set the default pictures as the Lock Screen picture from the PC and check if it works or not.

    Follow the steps below:

    • In start type "settings" and press enter.
    • Select Personalize
    • From the left click on "Lock screen"
    • Select the default picture and conform by preview.
    Please do get back to us to assist you better with issue you are facing.

    Thank You.
     
    ThofikhAhamad, May 14, 2024
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