Windows 10: Win10 Pro PC Not Asking for Password on Wake

Discus and support Win10 Pro PC Not Asking for Password on Wake in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Hello, I recently had to copy a bunch of files from ole external drive to a new external drive. I knew it would take several hours (if not more) so I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by krumzZ, Dec 10, 2020.

  1. krumzZ Win User

    Win10 Pro PC Not Asking for Password on Wake


    Hello,

    I recently had to copy a bunch of files from ole external drive to a new external drive. I knew it would take several hours (if not more) so I changed my settings to sleep after 5 hours so there were no interruptions.

    Upon changing the settings back to 25 minutes, it still does not ask for a password on wake. It does show in sign in settings that authentication is require when PC wakes from sleep (this is in red text and the option When PC Wakes from Sleep is greyed out.)

    I also went in to Local Group Policy Editor - Admin Templates - System - Power Management - Sleep Settings - and changed Require a password when a computer wakes from Not Configured to Enabled.

    Nothing is working and I don't know what else to try. Help is appreciated. Thank you.

    :)
     
    krumzZ, Dec 10, 2020
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  2. ALN
    ALN Win User

    How do I Remove Log-In Password From Win10

    I initially set up my Win10 Pro without a password being needed to get into my account, but every now and then, when I boot up I'm asked for a password. I believe it happens after a MS auto update, but cannot be 100% sure. I go to Netplwiz and uncheck Users must enter a username and password to use this computer. After this, I can boot up and can get in without a password, but whenever I wake it up from sleep, I still need to give it a password. So two questions:

    1. Am I always going to have to do the Netplwiz routine whenever MS decides to check the Users must enter a username and password to use this computer box with an update, or is there a way to permanently uncheck it?
    2. How do I remove the password requirement upon wake-up?
    Thanks for your help!
     
  3. Shoshi Win User
    Admin password unknown and missing files after upload


    Ok, I know these questions have been asked, but I have tried everything I can understand.
    Need to be spoken like a noob - step by step please.
    Win10 put on my system everything initially fine, then discovered files missing - tried to install a recover program to be frustrated by a prompt to input an admin password with User [USER-PC\USER]
    I have tried every password ever used.
    I have tried going to cmd prompt
    I cant install anything to circumnavigate because I cant get past this dialogue.

    any suggests?
     
    Shoshi, Dec 10, 2020
    #3
  4. Win10 Pro PC Not Asking for Password on Wake

    Sleep / Wake Function, malfunctions after waking

    Hi,

    Issues that arise after waking up the PC from sleep mode might have been caused by a software conflict or system file corruption. For us to clarify the issue, we would like to ask these questions:

    • What is the exact issue that you are experiencing?
    • Did you notice any recent system changes prior to this issue?
    • Have you encountered any error message?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

    If you are having issues waking your PC from sleep, we suggest running the
    Power troubleshooter
    as an initial troubleshooting. Kindly follow these steps:

    • Click on Start.
    • Type Troubleshoot, and then press Enter.
    • Under Find and fix other problems, click on Power.
    • Click on Run the troubleshooter button.
    • Follow the onscreen guide.

    We will wait for your response.
     
    Janeane Cru, Dec 10, 2020
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