Windows 10: My PC is locked asking for a long key which is not set by me

Discus and support My PC is locked asking for a long key which is not set by me in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I'm using windows 10 and its asking for for some recovery key to boot into safe mode. Earlier it wasn't asking anything like that but after my younger... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by RadhGolrda, Dec 22, 2020.

  1. My PC is locked asking for a long key which is not set by me


    I'm using windows 10 and its asking for for some recovery key to boot into safe mode. Earlier it wasn't asking anything like that but after my younger brother used it's asking that and even he doesn't remember what changes he made. It's asking for like 40-50 digit key and I don't remember such keys.

    :)
     
    RadhGolrda, Dec 22, 2020
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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, Dec 22, 2020
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  3. JayZG Win User
    asking for BitLocker recovery which I never set up

    I got a new Dell windows 10 laptop, and today when I started it, it said it was finishing updates. Then once finished, it is asked for the BitLocker recovery key and will not go any further. I never set one up. (My Microsoft account (hotmail login) is
    also now locked for 30 days from looking up more info about my recovery key because I just made the mistake of adding my cell phone number as part of my account and msft says they need to lock it for 30 days for security.)

    I see a long list of troubleshooting steps in another thread that includes booting from a USB stick which I do not own. It really seems unacceptable that a user should have to do all these steps without help from Microsoft. I expect to be able to turn
    on a laptop and use it, not spend all day on diagnostics. I also want to understand WHY this is happening, not just be given a long list of steps that may or may not work. And, HOW To contact a real person to help.
     
    JayZG, Dec 22, 2020
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  4. My PC is locked asking for a long key which is not set by me

    Windows 10 key lock

    Hello Seasmus,

    Thank you for posting your concern here in Microsoft Community and welcome to the Windows 10 Family,

    We appreciate the effort you have put in to resolve the issue. I would be happy to assist you further from here.

    If the computer beeps while you are typing, Toggle keys and/or Sticky keys are active. The Toggle Keys can emit a beep when the Lock keys are pressed. The Sticky Keys function can emit a beep when the Ctrl, Alt, Shift, and Lock keys are pressed. Use the
    following steps to disable Toggle Keys:

    1. Type Ease into the Start Search field and select Ease of access
    from the populated list.

    2. Scroll down the page and select Make the keyboard easier to use.

    3. If selected, remove the selection from Turn on Sticky Keys.

    4. Click Set up Sticky keys.

    5. Remove the selection from Turn on Sticky Keys when SHIFT is pressed five times
    and click Save.

    6. Remove the selection from Turn on Toggle Keys.

    7. If selected, remove the selection from Turn on Toggle Keys by holding down the NUM LOCK key for 5 seconds
    and click on Save.

    Additionally, I would also suggest you to follow the below steps and check if changes to the keyboard properties helps to resolve the issue.

    1. Right click on the Start Menu and select Control Panel.

    2. Click on Keyboard to open Keyboard properties.

    3. Check if the provided options are set to your preference.

    • Set Repeat Delay to long.
    • Set Repeat rate to fast.
    Hope the above information was helpful. If you need further information, feel free to write to us and we would be happy to help you.

    Thank You.
     
    Sayan_Ghosh, Dec 22, 2020
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