If the hard drive is encrypted with BitLocker, you will need the recovery key to access the drive before PCUnlocker can read the user database.
Restart the computer and immediately tap the Boot Menu Key repeatedly (commonly F12 , F2 , F8 , F10 , or Esc depending on manufacturer).
The tool will display all local users. Select the user account you wish to unlock or reset. Unlock/Reset:
Because you cannot change a password while logged in, you must use a separate working computer to create a bootable USB drive or CD/DVD.
When Windows boots to the login screen, select the user account.
Enter BIOS/UEFI settings and disable Secure Boot , or change the boot order to prioritize USB devices.
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If the hard drive is encrypted with BitLocker, you will need the recovery key to access the drive before PCUnlocker can read the user database.
Restart the computer and immediately tap the Boot Menu Key repeatedly (commonly F12 , F2 , F8 , F10 , or Esc depending on manufacturer).
The tool will display all local users. Select the user account you wish to unlock or reset. Unlock/Reset:
Because you cannot change a password while logged in, you must use a separate working computer to create a bootable USB drive or CD/DVD.
When Windows boots to the login screen, select the user account.
Enter BIOS/UEFI settings and disable Secure Boot , or change the boot order to prioritize USB devices.