4 Efficient Windows XP Password Recovery Methods

Forgetting Windows XP password is really a big problem. If you forget your Windows XP password, what should you do to get back to the locked computer? Finding safe method that can recover Windows XP password is really hard. In this article we gather 4 efficient Windows XP password recovery methods for you.

Method 1: Windows XP password recovery with built-in account

Windows XP has a built-in administrator account. And usually people do not create password for this account. If your built-in administrator account is available, you can log on Windows XP with the administrator account and then reset the forgotten password in Control Panel.

1. Turn on your computer and come to the Welcome screen.

2. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete twice to pop-up the classic login window.

3. Type "administrator" in the user name field and then click OK.

4. Open User Accounts by clicking Start > "Control Panel" > "User Accounts".

5. Selete the locked account and then click "Change the password".

6. Type the new password, and then click "Change Password".

Method 2: Windows XP password recovery with password reset disk

Windows XP allows user to create a password reset disk through Control Panel. If you have a password reset disk, you can easily recover the forgotten Windows XP password. This function is a built-in function of Windows XP. It is designed to prevent forgetting Windows XP password. Users need to create the disk before they forget their password. If you do not know how to create or use a password reset disk, you may refer to Easily Reset the XP Password with Disk.

Method 3: Windows XP password recovery in safe mode

If you forget your Windows XP password, you can recover the forgotten password in safe mode. As a special operating mode of Windows system, safe mode which starts computer with a limited set of files and drivers helps you diagnose and repair various computer problems. Under safe mode, you can reset the forgotten Windows XP password by using the "net user" command line. For the detailed steps, see How to Bypass Windows XP Password in Safe Mode.

Method 4: Windows XP password recovery with software

Rekeysoft Windows Password Recovery is professional Windows password recovery software. This software offers you an easy and safe way to recover the forgotten Windows password. With this software you can create a password reset CD or USB flash drive, and then you can use the CD/USB flash drive to reset the forgotten password. You do not need to reinstall or reformat anything. For more info, please visit How to Reset Windows XP Password.