Windows 7 Password Reset Disk: How to Create and Use One

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Last updated on April 22, 2024

Folks still frequently forget their Windows 7 password. That's why it's smart to make a Windows 7 password reset disk ahead of time, so you can get back into Windows 7 if you ever blank on the password. No tech expertise is needed, just a USB drive or an external hard drive to save the reset files. This wikiHow article, brought to you by /tool, will show you two ways to create a bootable password reset disk and how to utilize a password reset USB or disk to reset your Windows 7 password.

Create a Windows 7 Password Reset USB – Partition Master Tool

Partition Master Professional is a versatile tool specifically designed to create a Windows Password Reset USB. It simplifies the entire process, ensuring user-friendliness while safeguarding your data and operating system. This tool breaks through the limitations of Windows, enabling you to create/reset a password reset disk on another computer for a locked one. You can make a bootable Password Reset USB drive and easily remove passwords without going through complicated steps or risking data loss.

Step 1: Insert the target USB flash drive to the computer, download and run Partition Assistant, and then click "Toolbox" & "Password Reset".

Click the “Password Reset” feature:

< strong > Step 2: < /strong>A small window will appear. Read it carefully, then click “Create.”

Step 3. Select the correct USB flash drive or external hard drive, and click "Create" again. Be patient; this process may take a while. When the password reset disk is finished creating, click "Finish."

Create a boot disk

Step 4. Remove the password reset USB from your computer, insert it into the locked computer, and restart. You'll be prompted to change the boot order to start from the USB drive. Once done, your computer will automatically boot from the USB drive.

Step 5: After the restart, open Partition Master again and select “Password Reset.” The interface will display all accounts on the computer. Select the target account and click “Reset & Unlock.”

Step 6: Click on "Confirm" to proceed. This will delete your password.

With this tool, it's very easy to unlock a locked Windows 7 computer. In addition, the utility can help you with the following tasks:

• Reset Windows 7 password with USB
• Reset Windows 11 password with USB
• Reset Windows 10 password with USB
• Create a password reset tool on Windows
• Make a password reset disk for another computer

With it, you can easily bypass Windows password and get access to your computer with ease. If you can't log in to your PC right now, don't miss this tool.

Using the "Create a password reset disk" feature in Windows 7

Windows includes a feature that lets you create a Windows 7 password reset disk. However, before you create one, you should know that this method has two limitations:

Here are the steps to create one:

Insert a certified USB flash drive into your Windows 7 computer.

Step 2: Type "password reset" in the search box, and then choose Create a password reset disk.

Step 3: When the Password Reset Wizard appears, click Next.

Step 4: Select the target USB flash drive, then click “Next.”

Step 5: When the Password Reset Wizard finishes creating the reset disk, click Next and then Finish.

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Be sure to save it somewhere you won't forget, as you'll need it if you ever forget your Windows 7 password. You can then reset your Windows 7 password by following these steps:

Reset Windows 7 Password with Password Reset Disk

1. First, insert the USB flash drive that contains the Windows 7 startup files. After entering an incorrect password, you should see a "Reset Password" option - click it. 2. The "Password Reset Wizard" window will appear. Click "Next." 3. Select your password reset USB device from the drop-down menu, then click "Next." 4. Enter your new password and create a hint. Click "Next," then click "Finish." 5. You can then log in using your new password.

In fact, many experienced persons would like to choose to use a Windows 7 install USB to reset their Windows 7 password. If you're interested in this method, you can get more details by clicking Method 3 in the following link.

How to Reset Windows 7 Password with USB

Locked out of your Windows 7 computer? Learn how to reset password with a USB drive through our comprehensive guide. Regain full access to your PC hassle-freely without turning to professional help.

In addition to the above methods, you can also watch this video to learn how to reset Windows password via CMD. It also provides a detailed guide about the Partition Master tool.

Conclusions

What is a Windows 7 password reset USB? How to create a Windows 7 password reset disk and use it to reset a forgotten password on a Windows 7 computer? This article offers three quick methods with detailed steps and pictures. You can choose one based on your situation. Of course, if you want to simplify the password reset process or have already been locked out of your Windows 7 computer, you can use the Partition Master tool.

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"Frequently Asked Questions about Windows 7 Password Reset Disk"

How to create a Windows 7 password reset USB and how to use it to reset your lost Windows 7 password? See the topic below for more details.

How do I create a password reset disk on Windows 7?

This process requires removable media, such as a USB flash drive.

Create a password for your current account. Click Start, click Control Panel, click User Accounts, and then click Create a password reset disk. Click Next. Select your USB drive, and then click Next. Type the current password for the user account, and then click Next. Wait a few seconds while the process completes, and then click Next. When it's done, a file named userkey.psw will appear on your USB drive.

What should I do if I forget my Windows 7 password and can't log in?

If you created a Windows 7 password reset disk beforehand, you can easily regain access to your Windows 7 computer. Here's how:

1. First, insert the USB flash drive with the reset disk. 2. After entering the wrong password, you'll see the "Reset Password" option – click on it. 3. The "Password Reset Wizard" will appear. Click "Next." 4. Select the password reset disk from the dropdown menu, then click "Next." 5. Enter your new password and a hint. Click "Next," then click "Finish." 6. Finally, log in using your new password.

How can I reset my Windows 7 password without a USB?

If you forget your Windows 7 password and don't have a USB flash drive, you can follow these steps instead:

Step 1. Turn on your computer. When the startup screen appears, hold down the power button for at least 5 seconds to force it to shut down.

2. Restart your computer. You'll be asked if you want to start the Repair process or boot Windows as normal. Select "Start-up Repair" (recommended).

Step 3: The System Repair will start automatically. Click on “Cancel” to refuse the computer repair.

Step 3: Wait for the tool to diagnose your PC. When it's done, click View detailed information.

Step 4: At the bottom of the list, click the last link to read Microsoft's offline privacy statement.

Step 5: In the Notepad window, click on "File" and then select "Open."

< strong > Step 6. < /strong > In the new dialog, change the "Save as type" option to "All Files." Browse to C:\Windows\System32\ and rename sethc.exe to something like "sethc-copy."

Step 7. In the same folder, rename cmd.exe to sethc.exe.

Step 8: Close all the windows, and let your computer restart.

9. When you see the Windows login screen again, quickly press Shift five times to open the Command Prompt window.

Step 10. Then you can type in the following command to reset your forgotten Windows 7 password:

Change the password for user `Username` to `new_password`.

Step 11: Close the Command Prompt window, and you should be able to log in to Windows 7 with your new password.