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Issue with Windows 10 setup or management.

Issue with Windows 10 setup or management.

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ApeBarrel
Member
214
06-13-2016, 07:36 AM
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Recently my grandfather gifted me an old computer from his workplace. It comes with an administrator account, which prompts for the password whenever I attempt to download files, adjust settings, or perform similar actions. This can be frustrating, especially when I try to change the password. I discovered a way to disable the administrator account, but now opening a CD requires asking if the app should make changes to my device—without an obvious 'yes' option. Anyone have any suggestions?
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ApeBarrel
06-13-2016, 07:36 AM #1

Recently my grandfather gifted me an old computer from his workplace. It comes with an administrator account, which prompts for the password whenever I attempt to download files, adjust settings, or perform similar actions. This can be frustrating, especially when I try to change the password. I discovered a way to disable the administrator account, but now opening a CD requires asking if the app should make changes to my device—without an obvious 'yes' option. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Broflash
Senior Member
740
06-13-2016, 03:49 PM
#2
I would reset or reinstall, assuming the license key is available or included.
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Broflash
06-13-2016, 03:49 PM #2

I would reset or reinstall, assuming the license key is available or included.

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leCliss
Junior Member
32
06-13-2016, 06:20 PM
#3
You're suggesting a factory reset for the device.
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leCliss
06-13-2016, 06:20 PM #3

You're suggesting a factory reset for the device.

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Luxyonity
Member
157
06-13-2016, 07:34 PM
#4
Check the official Microsoft support site for guidance on resetting or reinstalling Windows 10.
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Luxyonity
06-13-2016, 07:34 PM #4

Check the official Microsoft support site for guidance on resetting or reinstalling Windows 10.

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jayrod2193
Member
55
06-19-2016, 11:23 PM
#5
I store files similarly to photos, but I don<|pad|> can’t manage apps like Discord.
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jayrod2193
06-19-2016, 11:23 PM #5

I store files similarly to photos, but I don<|pad|> can’t manage apps like Discord.

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tezer68
Member
183
06-21-2016, 01:02 AM
#6
Reset acts like a fresh install, so it will remove everything. The alternative, Refresh, preserves your personal files and system preferences. In either case, it's still wise to save what matters most.
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tezer68
06-21-2016, 01:02 AM #6

Reset acts like a fresh install, so it will remove everything. The alternative, Refresh, preserves your personal files and system preferences. In either case, it's still wise to save what matters most.

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mr_WeTStoun
Junior Member
11
06-26-2016, 01:55 PM
#7
To get the answer, reset the Group Policies and then identify the changes. According to @M.Yurizaki, this is the most reliable approach.
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mr_WeTStoun
06-26-2016, 01:55 PM #7

To get the answer, reset the Group Policies and then identify the changes. According to @M.Yurizaki, this is the most reliable approach.

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Darkbandit92
Posting Freak
839
06-26-2016, 07:01 PM
#8
You should log in to the UAC and adjust the preferences. Have you attempted setting it to the "never notify" option?
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Darkbandit92
06-26-2016, 07:01 PM #8

You should log in to the UAC and adjust the preferences. Have you attempted setting it to the "never notify" option?

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PandaBlack47
Member
120
06-27-2016, 03:43 AM
#9
Amazing solution once again /s If you bothered to read you see his problem isn't that it's asking for the password but rather that he cannot enter the password and there's no OK button. I've already explained this is a group policy restriction which can fairly easily be undone but when you're given a machine that has restrictions applied to it the best solution IS to just reinstall simply because you have no idea which restrictions are active or not and it's quicker to reinstall than it is spend hours looking through lists of policies trying to undo every restriction that's been set and it's always best to reinstall a machine that wasn't yours to begin with. That's twice now you've insulted other forum users then presented a solution that would not solve the issue anyway. Perhaps its time you needed your own advice.
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PandaBlack47
06-27-2016, 03:43 AM #9

Amazing solution once again /s If you bothered to read you see his problem isn't that it's asking for the password but rather that he cannot enter the password and there's no OK button. I've already explained this is a group policy restriction which can fairly easily be undone but when you're given a machine that has restrictions applied to it the best solution IS to just reinstall simply because you have no idea which restrictions are active or not and it's quicker to reinstall than it is spend hours looking through lists of policies trying to undo every restriction that's been set and it's always best to reinstall a machine that wasn't yours to begin with. That's twice now you've insulted other forum users then presented a solution that would not solve the issue anyway. Perhaps its time you needed your own advice.

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redlantern2045
Junior Member
32
06-27-2016, 09:56 AM
#10
You understand the reasoning by checking existing discussions and solutions. The same tips apply, like re-enabling admin in safe mode. It’s normal to invest time resolving issues. If someone fixes it quickly, you’ll always need to reinstall Windows. It’s also tough to find a precise answer online since many people suggest the same fix.
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redlantern2045
06-27-2016, 09:56 AM #10

You understand the reasoning by checking existing discussions and solutions. The same tips apply, like re-enabling admin in safe mode. It’s normal to invest time resolving issues. If someone fixes it quickly, you’ll always need to reinstall Windows. It’s also tough to find a precise answer online since many people suggest the same fix.

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