How To Reset Password Of Any Windows 2000/Xp/Vista/7/8

Section 0. Background Information:

What is Hiren's Boot CD?

• Hiren's BootCD is a boot CD containing various diagnostic programs such as partitioning agents, system performance benchmarks, disk cloning and imaging tools, data recovery tools, MBR tools, BIOS tools, and many others for fixing various computer problems. It is a Bootable CD; thus, it can be useful even if the primary operating system cannot be booted.
• If you forgot your Windows password you will not be able to log in to Windows. So what to do in this case? Is there a free password cracking software to reset lost Windows password? Answer is yes. In this tutorial we’ll guide you through step-by-step procedure of resetting lost Windows password using a free Linux-based boot utility – Hiren’s BootCD.

To Install Hiren's CD In USB See This Tutorial: Click Here


Section 2. How To Boot Hiren's CD From USB:

To Boot Hiren's CD From USB See This Tutorial: Click Here


Section 3. Starting up the Offline NT/2000/XP/Vista/7 Password Changer:

    1. Enter “Offline NT/2000/XP/Vista/7 Password Changer”:

• Instructions
1. Arrow Down to Offline NT/2000/XP/Vista/7 Password Changer
2. Press Enter

   2. Wait for “Offline NT Password & Registry Editor” to Load:

  Linux Kernel Boot options

• Instructions
1. Press Enter.

    3. Choose the Correct Hard Drive Partition:

• Instructions
1. Type "1"
2. Press Enter.

  4. Choose Unclean File System Message:

• Instructions
1. Do you wish to force it (y/n) [n] y
2. Press Enter.

   

   5. Confirm the Windows Registry Path:

• Instructions
1. [WINDOWS/system32/config] Just Press Enter

  

    6. Choose the Password Reset Option:

• Instructions
1. Type "1"
2. Press Enter.

  

   7. Choose the Edit User Data and Passwords Option:

• Instructions
1. Type "1"
2. Press Enter.

    8. Enter the Username to Edit:

• Instructions
1. Type "Administrator"
2. Press Enter

  9.User Edit Menu:

• Instructions
  1. To clear the password, select 1.
  2. Press Enter
• Notes(FYI)
• You also have the ability to do the following
1. Set a new password
2. Promote a user to an Administator
3. Unlock Accounts

   10.Reviewing Results:

• Instructions
1. There will be a message that says "Password cleared!"
2. To quit the application, type "!"
3. Press Enter

 11.Back to Loaded Hives Selection:

• Instructions
1. Type "q" to quit.
2. Press Enter

 12.Writing back changes selection:

• Instructions
1. Type "y" to save changes.
2. Press Enter

 13.New Run Selection:

• Instructions
1. Type "n" to quit
2. Press Enter
3. Type Reboot
4. Press Enter

Section 4. Proof of Lab:

 1.Proof of Lab Instructions

• Instructions:
1. date
2. Press <Enter>
3. echo "Your Name"
   • Replace the string "Your Name" with your actual name.
   • e.g., echo "John Gray"
4. Do a PrtScn
5. Paste into a word document
6. Upload to Moodle

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How To Use Bitdefender To Remove Any Virus By Soft Solution USB:

                                                    

 

Section 0. Background Information:

If your computer is infected with malware, running an antivirus within Windows may not be enough to remove it. If your computer has a rootkit, the malware may be able to hide itself from your antivirus software.

This is where bootable antivirus solutions come in. They can clean malware from outside the infected Windows system, so the malware won’t be running and interfering with the clean-up process.

Key features of BitDefender Rescue CD:

1. Free and simple to use – burn a CD and boot up – scan starts right away.
2. Can be used with USB flash drives – create a BitDefender Rescue USB.
3. Comes with the BitDefender Antivirus Scanner for Unices – can be updated.
4. Network enabled – access the Internet – comes pre-installed with Firefox.
5. File browser – access and recover files and data stored on hard drives.
6. Rootkit checker – also checks if any rootkit infections are present.

Virus infections can sometimes be very destructive. A lot of people have found themselves in a situation when Windows boots up, but then restarts right away. BitDefender Rescue CD doesn’t need Windows, it’s a standalone operating system, which should work on majority of modern hardware. Here’s a few pointers to help you get started.

To Download And Boot Bitdefender From Usb See This Tutorial:

Section 1.Requirement:

• Windows PC (XP/VIsta/7) to perform the conversion.
• BitDefenderRescueCD_###.iso.
• 128MB or larger USB flash drive (fat32 formatted).
• Universal USB Installer (does the USB conversion) .

Section 2.Using the BitDefender Rescue CD to Clean an Infected PC:

• Instructions:
1. Once you drop the disc in the drive and reboot, you’ll see a prompted menu that lets you choose the language you’d like to start with, or you can boot from the hard drive normally. We’ll obviously choose to start up the rescue CD.

 

• Instructions:
1. Once you’ve started it up, if the resolution is too small, you can use the menu at the bottom to head to Settings –> Display to adjust it.

 

• Instructions:
1. From here you can change the resolution to something bigger—you can use 1024×768 to make sure you’ve got enough room on the screen to see everything.

 

• Instructions:
1. Once you’ve accepted the license agreement, the scan starts immediately.

 

• Instructions:
1. If you need to do some work on your file system, you can easily use the File Manager to get to your files—the nice thing is that it opens up directly into your Windows drive.

 

• Instructions:
1. There’s also a copy of TestDisk installed automatically, which can be used to recover data. If you’d like more information about how to use it, we’ve got a whole article about recovering data like a forensics expert.

• Instructions:
1. It’s as simple as that. Enjoy your virus-free PC.
   
   Download the BitDefender Rescue CD from bitdefender.com

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How to Set Your Computer to Boot from USB Flash Drive

                                                         

 

Section 0. Background Information:

A bootable USB flash drive can be a pretty useful tool when diagnosing a computer. Luckily,

they're easy to make and easy to use. Check out this guide for a complete walkthrough.

Method 1 of 2: Boot from the Flash Drive:

1.Plug in the Flash Drive:

• Instructions:
1. Make sure that it is plugged into the computer itself and not through a USB hub.

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2.Turn On The Computer:

• Instructions:
1. Every computer manufacturer has a different boot screen. As soon as you see the logo, you will need to hit either F2, F10, or Del to enter the BIOS menu. These are the most common keys for entering the BIOS menu. The key you need to press will be displayed under the logo.
2. This part of the boot process can occur quickly, and you may have to restart the computer if you missed the chance to enter BIOS.

                             

3.Find The Boot Menu:

• Instructions:
1.  If you hit the correct key at the correct time, you should now be in the BIOS menu for the computer. This is where basic computer functions are set, before an OS (Operating System) is loaded. Navigate to the Boot menu. Every manufacturer has a different BIOS setup. Some have the menu in a column; others have tabs across the top. Here’s an example BIOS:

4.Change The Boot Order:

• Instructions:
1. Once you are in the Boot menu, you will see a list of devices. This is the order of devices that the computer will attempt to find an OS on. Typically, the first device listed is the computer’s hard drive, usually followed by the CD/DVD drive.
2. Select the first boot device and change it to your flash drive. The menu will either say “Removable Device” or will display your flash drive’s model name. This will make the computer check your flash drive first after turning on, instead of the hard drive.

5.Save And Exit:

• Instructions:
1. Navigate to the Exit menu in the BIOS. Select “Exit and Save Changes.” Alternatively, many BIOS have a shortcut key displayed at the bottom that will save and exit with one keystroke.
2. Saving and exiting reboots your computer.

6.Wait For Your Flash Drive To Load        Automatically After The Reboot:

• Instructions:
1. After a few seconds, depending on what your flash drive is made for, you will be given control.
2. Your Soft Solutions USB Will Be Started.

     Method 2 of 2: Boot from the Boot Menu:

1.Plug in the Flash Drive:

• Instructions:
1. Make sure that it is plugged into the computer itself and not through a USB hub.

1.Pressing The Button:

• Instructions:
1. Some Computer Have F12 Button, Or Some Have F9.
2. Choose Removable Device Or Usb Flash Drive To Boot.

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How To Put Windows XP on a USB Flash Drive And Install

                                                        

 

Section 0. Background Information:

There are situations out there where you require a boot-able USB thumb drive.

 This SoftSolution will guide you through the simple steps in making just about any USB thumb drive into a boot-able Windows Xp installer. 

Section 1. Required Materials:  

You will require the following materials;

1. A 4GB or larger USB thumb drive.
2. Latest version of YUMI. (Can be downloaded from here) Link Here.
3. Windows install media. (Should be in ISO format) Link Here.
4. Computer that requires Windows to be installed! 

(With or without DVD-ROM).

 

Section 2. How To Make XP Bootable USB:  

 

• Instructions:
1. Once you have collected all the required materials complete the following steps to make your USB thumb drive boot-able.
2. Plug in your USB Thumb drive. (Make sure you remove everything important from the USB Thumb drive because we will be formatting it.)

 

• Instructions:
1. Open YUMI, if you are doing this on a Windows Vista or higher computer you will be prompted for Administrator Access. 
2. You will be greeted by the first image. Click I Agree

 

• Instructions:
1. After you Click I Agree select your USB thumb drive in the drop down menu.

 

• Instructions:
1. After you Click I Agree select your USB thumb drive in the drop down menu.

 

• Instructions:
1. Check off Format X:\ Drive.

 

• Instructions:
1. Select Windows XP Installer towards the bottom of the distribution list.

 

• Instructions:
1. Browse to your ISO of the Windows Install Media.
2. Choose Xp .ISO Image.

 

• Instructions:
1.  Click Create.

 

• Instructions:
1.  Click Yes.

 

• Instructions:
1. Wait for the format and copy of installation media completes.

 

• Instructions:
1. Click Next.

 

• Instructions:
1. Click No.

 

• Instructions:
1. Click Finish.

                 Section 3. How To Install XP:

• Instructions:
1. Don't forget to set your boot priority in your BIOS. On older systems, the BIOS is set to read Floppy, HDD, and THEN CD-ROM. You will need to set your boot priority to load the USB before Floppy and HDD. Article Here
2. The setup generally takes 15 to 40 minutes depending on the speed of your USB. It's best to stay near, because throughout the installation, it will ask questions such as the Time and Network settings.
3. If you encounter any difficulties installing, Windows Setup will give you technical information about the error, which can help determine its cause. Check the troubleshooter on Microsoft's website for assistance with common installation problems.

                  Requirements To Install XP

• Instructions:
1. 300 Mhz Intel or AMD CPU
2. 128 Megabytes of system RAM (It can work with 64 Megabytes of RAM but its not recommended)
3. 1.5 Gigabytes of available drive space
4. Super VGA 800x600 Display Adapter
5. Bootable USB.
6. Keyboard and mouse, or other pointing devices
7. Network Interface Adapter required for Internet and Network Connectivity.

         Steps To Install XP







• Instructions:
1. Ensure you have a Windows XP Product Key.



• Instructions:
1. Before inserting the USB, you'll have to enter bios (in most cases by presing DEL on system startup) and select your primary boot device USB.



• Instructions:
1. The installation program will check your hardware, install default-set drivers, and load files necessary for installation.
2. When arriving at the "Welcome to Setup" screen, Press ENTER to begin the installation process.



• Instructions:
1. Read the License Agreement, and press F8 indicating you agree to its terms.



• Instructions:
1. Read the License Agreement, and press F8 indicating you agree to its terms.
2. At this point, you should see only one entry, "Unpartitioned Space." It will be highlighted in grey. Press C on your keyboard to begin creating partitions for the drive.



• Instructions:
1. Enter the size in megabytes for the new partition. 
2.  If you intend to install only one drive, enter the maximum amount shown. If you wish to create multiple partitions on a single drive, remember that Windows XP requires at least 1.5 Gigabytes of space, plus swap space, and areas for temporary files. A good rule of thumb is not to install Windows XP on a partition less than 5 Gigabytes, unless you wish to impact performance. When calculating, remember that there are 1,024 Megabytes per Gigabyte. Press ENTER once you have chosen your desired partition size.



• Instructions:
1. Click Finish.The system will create your new partition, and you will now be at the partition summary screen once again. 
2. Select your new partition, usually labeled "C: Partition 1 [Raw]" and press ENTER.



• Instructions:
1. Select either "Format the Partition using the NTFS File System" OR "Format the Partition using the FAT File System," and press ENTER.
2. It is highly recommended to avoid Quick Format, as this skips an important process that checks the hard drive for errors or bad sectors. 



• Instructions:
1. It is highly recommended to avoid Quick Format, as this skips an important process that checks the hard drive for errors or bad sectors. 
2.  The length of time this process requires depends on the speed and size of the drive, and the type of file system you selected earlier. In most cases, the larger the partition, the longer the process will take.



• Instructions:
1. Windows will now start copying files from the installation disc and prompt you to reboot the computer when the process is completed.
2. Press ENTER when prompted to reboot, otherwise it will do so automatically after 15 seconds.



• Instructions:
1. This is the most time consuming part. 
2. When the computer reboots, do not press enter to boot from the disc this time, rather allow the computer to boot from the hard drive. If you are greeted with the Windows XP Boot screen, all is well so far.



• Instructions:
1. Now the setup program will display various marketing information to you as it installs and configures itself to your system. 
2. The estimated time remaining is displayed in the lower left corner. Note: it is normal for the screen to flicker, turn on and off, or resize during this process.



• Instructions:
1. Sooner or later, a dialog window will appear, asking you to choose your Regional settings. 
2. Select appropriate settings native to your area. Click the "Next" button when that is completed.



• Instructions:
1. Enter your Product Key, (otherwise known as a CD or Install Key,) at this window. You will not be able to complete this process without a valid Key.
2. Click "Next" to continue.



• Instructions:
1. If your computer is going to be on a LAN (Local Area Network) at home, or even just for kicks, give it a name.



• Instructions:
1. Select your time zone, and ensure that the date/time are correct. 
2. Click "Next" to continue.



• Instructions:
1. Leave "Typical Settings" selected for Network Setup, unless you have a specialized access device or protocol required. 
2. Refer to the documentation for that device for installation procedures.



• Instructions:
1. Setup will continue to install other devices and peripherals connected to your machine, give you marketing and capability information, then reboot as before.



• Instructions:
1. Congratulations!
2. You've installed Windows XP. There are a few more additional set-up routines required, but you have completed the installation. Remove the CD from the drive.



• Instructions:
1. You've installed Windows XP. There are a few more additional set-up routines required, but you have completed the installation. Remove the CD from the drive.



• Instructions:
1. In the next box, if you can read the text, press the "OK" button.



• Instructions:
1. A similar screen to Part 2 of the install process will appear. 
2.  If your computer is connected to the internet, select your connection type. Press Next to continue.



• Instructions:
1. If connected to the Internet, Select "Activate Now."




• Instructions:
1. After the Activation Process, a window will appear allowing you to select the users for the computer. 
2. You will now be looking at the default Windows XP Desktop.
3. Congratulations!

Warnings!

1. You can install Windows more than once on a single partition, but this may lead to system instability in the future. Download software such as Partition Magic 8, to safely divide the hard drive into partitions for safe install.
2. Do not attempt to install Windows on a system that does not meet the minimum requirements.
3. Some user's installing Windows XP from disks with Service Pack 2 or below experience issues during the early stages of install on modern computers, characterized as never-ending reboot loops, or a Blue Screen Error (BSOD). This is due to some disks lacking a driver for SATA hard drives. In order to fix this, the user will have to slipstream the drivers to a copy of the install cd, or put the required drivers on a floppy disk and manually add them to the install list.
4. Be sure to Activate Windows within 30 days of installation, otherwise the system will not allow you to log on until Activation is complete.

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