Windows 10: This sign in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns

I switch on the computer and put in my pin code. I get the message ' This sign in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns. Use a different sign-in option or keep your device powered on for at least two hours and then try again'. The computer uses Windows 11. I've spoken to Dell who say it is a Microsoft issue, but I don't know who to contact and the troubleshooting page on Microsoft doesn't help either. This first happened two days ago. After keeping the computer powered on for two hours I was able to sign-in. Having switched off the computer at the mains

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This sign-in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns” How do I fix this issue?

This sign-in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns” How do I fix this issue?

 

"This sign-in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns". What is the reason for this ?

Hello Sir/Madam.

I just used it 5 hours ago at school and then I came home and opened it up it showed like this : "This sign-in option is disabled because of failed sign-in attempts or repeated shutdowns. Use a different sign-in option, or keep your device powered on for at least 2 hours and then try again". What is the reason for this one ?
And may I ask how can I adjust the time from 2 hours to less.

 

The sign in option is disabled because of failed sign in attempts or repeated shutdowns

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