Tuesday, June 14, 2011

How to Reset Admin Password on Dell Inspiron Laptop?

On a Dell Inspiron laptop (as well as other laptops using Windows), passwords and other important data are stored in the Security Account Manager (SAM), which is a file readable only to the administrator of the computer. An administrative account on a PC laptop allows the main user of the computer to change certain computer settings. A password is required to access this account. However, unauthorized access can occur if the password information is made available to outside sources or hacked. One way to combat unauthorized access to computer settings is by resetting Windows administrator password.
Then, how to reset admin password on Dell Inspiron laptop? Is there any suitable and efficient way to do that?
Here is the detailed guide for you to reset Dell password.
Step 1: Hit the "Start" button and click on "Control Panel." A window entitled "Pick a Category" will pop up. Click on the "Performance and Maintenance" category.
Step 2: Click on "Administrative Tools," located under the "Control Panel Icon" section of the "Performance and Maintenance" window. This will bring up a window with multiple icons and shortcuts.
Step 3: Double-click on the "Computer Management" icon. When the "Computer Management" window pops up, click on "Local Users and Groups." In the right panel of the window, two folders entitled "Users" and "Groups" will appear. Double-click on the "Users" folder.
Step 4: Click on the "Administrator" account. Go to Action > Set Password. The "Set Password for Administrator" window will open.
Step 5: Read the message provided. If you agree with the statement, click on "Proceed." If not, click "Cancel."
Step 6: Type the desired password in the "New Password" box. Retype it in the "Confirm Password" box. If a security problem is the issue, try using a 15-character password with letters and numbers. Remember this password or store it in a locked safe or other secure area.
Step 7: Click "OK." A message will appear that reads, "The password has been set." Click "OK" and close out the "Computer Management" window.
By the way, if this method still can not work smoothly, you can take a Windows password recovery tool instead. As is said that Windows Password Unlocker is taken as one of the best software to reset the forgotten Windows password. You can try to download the trial version  from its official site. It is easy for you to reset the admin password on Dell Inspiron laptop.

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