How to Reset a Windows Vista Password
If you know your password and just want to change it there’s an easier procedure. You can also have another user change your password. Otherwise, follow these steps:
Not Using Windows Vista?
You can reset a Windows password using this utilman trick in other versions of Windows, too, but the process is a little different. See How to Boot From a CD, DVD, or BD Disc if you need help. Wait while your Windows Vista installation is located on your computer. Most Windows Vista installations will show C: but sometimes it’ll be D:. Whatever it may be, remember it or jot it down. Answer Yes to the Overwrite question you’re asked after executing the second command. Wait for Windows to boot to the Vista login screen. For example, we might do something like this: If you can’t get in, restart your computer and try again. To undo everything, except for your password—which will keep working as you’ve reset it in Step 10, repeat Steps 1 through 6 exactly as outlined above. From Command Prompt, execute the following command and then restart your computer again:
