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Old February 25th 16, 10:07 PM posted to alt.comp.os.windows-8
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Default Locked out of W8.1

On 2/18/2016 2:32 AM, Fred wrote:
I can't get into a W8.1 laptop as owner cannot recall password.
Microsoft no help as he cannot supply enough information to them. (last
emails etc) Is there a simple way round this, or a freeware program to
download to another computer. Laptop does not have any reset discs or CD
drive.

If it's a BIOS password, and the newer UEFI? BIOS type, it my take the
mfrs support to start. Otherwise, a reinstall of win may be necessary.
 




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