Windows 10: Windows password reset can login using other means

Hello,


I'm wondering if there's a way to reset my Windows password.


The password reset dialog on sign-in screen is asking for a password recovery drive that i do not have and can't make one without a password?


My issue is, I setup a password for the local account, then signed in with my microsoft account. I usually use fingerprint login, I can also login using my PIN. But I'm bothered by the fact that I don't remember the password used.


I have the old password for the local account saved in my password manager, but neither it nor my Microsoft account password work for logging in. I'm using the account connected to my microsoft account, or at least I believe so, given it's showing my microsoft account e-mail at the account screen.


Is there a way to reset the password using other means PIN, fingerprint, microsoft account password or sync it with the one used for my microsoft account?

And if that's impossible without wiping the system, is there any scenario where I would need the password and couldn't use the PIN or the fingerprint?

:)

 

How to reset Windwos 8 Password?

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/what-do-forget-windows-password#1TC=windows-8

• If you've forgotten your Windows password, there are several ways to retrieve or reset it:
  • If your PC is on a domain, your system administrator must reset your password.
  • If you're using a Microsoft account, you can reset your password online. ...
  • If you're using a local account, use your password hint as a reminder.

 

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You can reset the Admin Password using Windows XP repair; See Here for step by step.

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