Windows 10: Reseting PC to Factory settings but I keep getting a pin screen.

I have an MSI pc and I am trying to factory reset it in order to gift it to my brother. I have chosen Reset this PC, remove all personal files and reinstall windows both from local boot and cloud.I continue to get the Password/Pin prompt. I thought that security measure was removed once factory reset was initiated. How do I get past that screen so I can ensure a clean machine for my sibling?

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Black screen after trying to reset back to factory settings. (Windows 10)

Hi Simen,



I realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with black screen issue on Windows 10 . I will certainly help you.



This issue might occur if there is change in system settings or display driver is corrupt.



I suggest you to follow the steps below to



To assist you better, please provide us the information below:

• When you say that "reset my computer back to factory settings", are you referring that you have tried to perform rolling back to previous Operating System or performed Reset of Windows 10?
  
• Are you able to see Windows 10 logo when you switch on the computer?

I suggest you to follow the steps provided in the Microsoft Help Article about troubleshooting on black screen related issues and check if it helps.

Troubleshooting black or blank screens in Windows - Microsoft Support

Please get back to us with an update on black screen issue with Windows 10, we will be happy to help.



Thank you.

 

How to factory reset Cisco 1700 Router

Hopefully I can help you here....its a very common thing to happen.


First, I take it you dont know the passwords for console access or telnet/ssh?

I will assume that these devices belong to you.

step 1. Plug a cisco console cable into a serial port on your pc
step 2. Plug other end into Cisco console port
step 3. Using hyperterm or putty or similar connect to the serial port
step 4. boot router, and make sure you clearly can see the output (this confirms you have good serial comms)
step 5. if this fails, adjust the comm port settings (9600, 8,1,n are the default)
step 6. now you have to do the only hard part...send the break command:

Break command list: Break Commands

Go down the list and match your OS and SW and try the sequence suggested.

If this fails several times do what I do: Install putty (free) and then to send a break so you can get into rommom just hit "ctrl-a b".

 

Can't reset Pin

Hi. Jerry here to answer your query at the Microsoft Community.

If you are unable to reset your Windows PIN, you can try the following steps to fix the issue:

1. Make sure that your device is connected to the internet.

2. Check if you have the latest Windows updates installed. If not, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and click on "Check for Updates."

3. Try restarting your device and then see if you are able to reset your PIN.

4. If none of the above steps work, try removing your PIN by going to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options > PIN and then clicking on "Remove." After that, restart your device and then try setting up a new PIN.

If you still can't reset your PIN, you may need to reset your device to its factory settings. Before doing this, make sure to back up your important files and data.

To reset your device to its factory settings, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery.

2. Click on "Get started" under the "Reset this PC" section.

3. Choose whether you want to keep your personal files or remove everything.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to reset your device.

Note that resetting your device to its factory settings will remove all of your installed apps and personal files, so make sure to back up everything important beforehand.