Locked windows 7

Riiiiiiiiight.
My dad went and bought a new laptop the other day and although I should have probably supervised him, he set it up all on his own. He has basically managed to create one account and then "forget" the password, I say forget because he is adamant that he knows exactly what it is, but whatever it isn't working. As it is brand new there is no windows CD or a recovery disc and no admin account either...how am I meant to reset it or get access to it? As there is nothing on it it doesn't matter if it is formatted...
Thanks

 

Get it with SP1 integrated here:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/win...-digitalriver-windows-7-sp1-13-languages.html

What laptop model is it? And what version of windows?

 

Make sure the correct keyboard layout is used, change version in the top left corner of the login screen.
I guess most people here uses the english layout, but I have to point this out, just in case.

 

You may have done this but just in case, type the password with cap lock on and/or num lock on.
Once you are up and running I would suggest enabling the administrator account
http://www.windows7home.net/how-to-enable-or-disable-administrator-account-in-windows-7/

 

akknight, I suggest you use the factory re-install recovery method instead of a clean install, clean install will be a nightmare to get it set up for your Dad.

What make and model of PC is it?

 

Forum rules say that password cracking and bypassing aren't allowed topics here. Other methods are preferable in this forum. Carry on

 

You should see a reset password link after you enter the wrong password. If not turn on the CAPS key and try the password. If it doesn't work the "Reset Password" link should appear at that point.

The problem though is you'll need Windows 7 media to continue.

EDIT: If all else fails contact the notebook mfg or Microsoft tech support. They may help you unlock it.

 

ok thanks for the replies. I've tried the caps lock/num lock ideas and they haven't worked. The model is a Toshiba C660. Unfortunately at the moment I haven't got the manual for it as its at my dads and with work etc I haven't been able to pop in there and get it yet. I'm trying various things but no joy so far

I've just tried holding 0, tapping 0, clicking 0...but nothing brings up the toshiba recovery menu. Does the c660 have a recovery partition? if so what the hell am i doing wrong! lol

 

1. Restart the computer.

2. Repeatedly tap the F8 key until you see the Advanced Boot Option Screen.

3. Select Repair Your Computerand hit Enter.

4. Select your country >> OK.

5. On the System Recovery Options Screen select Restore Application.

6. Follow the on-screen instructions.

8. When prompted, select on "Full Factory Recovery"

9. Select Next >> Yes.

10. After a couple of minutes the recovery will be completed.

 

Yeah I cant get past the country part because it then asks me to sign in using my dads username and password which of course i dont have.

 

Phone dad and ask for permission (password) to use the computer. If he don't pick up the phone you know he set you up.

 

Post 7 gives enough clues telling you what is not allowed so you can google it and have a working solution. You can always go to your local computer shop where they do not have forum rules and pay them to fix the password problem.

 

this is not a hack problem...my dad has asked me to fix it, as it says in the intro, he managed to lock himself out of it on the first day of getting it. no recovery discs, no back ups, no nothing.

 

What reb1 is telling you is that I had posted a link to what seems like an on-the-level process for resetting the password. Before you read it, it was deleted according to forum rules. I actually didn't know I was breaking the rules since there are SOOOO many results when you search online.

Since it cannot be discussed here (because it is apparently a hack to do so), reb1 and I are both telling you to search on google for your problem. You will find TONS of solutions.

 

cheers problem solved now. Thanks

 

They can also be used effectively to crack open stolen laptops or computers you aren't supposed to have access to. More than enough reason why they don't belong here

 

Good point.

My mind doesn't work that way.

 

My only experience with that kind of software was while I was purchasing my Vaio over two years ago. A customer who had purchased his Vaio in the same shop came in for help. He didn't even put a password on his computer. Some clown where he works put one on for him and nobody would confess about the deed.

 

That's why it's better to change the settings in control userpasswords2, you can have a password but you don't have to enter it locally.

Sure, it's always better to have a password everywhere, but this is a good alternative for those who doesn't want one.