How to create a password reset disk in windows

Before starting this process you should check the computer is not in domain (This function is not working in Domain)

  • Go to the Control Panel and open up User Accounts.
  • Choose your account (under Pick An Account to Change) and under Related Tasks, click “Prevent a forgotten password“.

This will initiate a wizard.

  • Click Next and then insert a blank formatted floppy disk into your A: drive.
  • Click Next and enter your log on password in the password box.
  • Click Next to begin the creation of your Password disk.
  • Once completed, label and save the disk to a safe place

NOTE* You cannot use the password reset disk to reset the password on another computer.

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