Question: How to Factory Reset Windows 7 Without Password?
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How do I factory reset my computer without administrator password?

Restore without installation CD/DVD

  • Turn on the computer.
  • Press and hold the F8 key.
  • At the Advanced Boot Options screen, choose Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
  • Press Enter.
  • Log in as Administrator.
  • When Command Prompt appears, type this command: rstrui.exe.
  • Press Enter.

How do you reset the administrator password for Windows 7?

Now we will try to login Windows 7 with the built-in administrator and reset forgotten administrator password.

  1. Boot or reboot your Windows 7 PC or laptop.
  2. Press F8 repeatedly until the Windows Advanced Options Menu screen appears.
  3. Select Safe Mode in the coming screen, and then Press Enter.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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