How to Reset Password Windows Server 2008 R2

Forgetting a password can happen to anyone, and when it comes to a Windows Server 2008 R2, it can be quite a challenge to reset it. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to reset the password for your Windows Server 2008 R2:

1. Boot the server from the Windows Server installation DVD.
2. Choose your language preferences, and click 'Next.'
3. Click on 'Repair your computer.'
4. In the System Recovery Options, select the operating system instance that you want to repair, and then click 'Next.'
5. Click on 'Command Prompt.'
6. At the command prompt, run the following commands to back up the utilman.exe file and replace it with cmd.exe:
   move d:\windows\system32\utilman.exe d:\
copy d:\windows\system32\cmd.exe d:\windows\system32\utilman.exe
7. Close the command prompt, and then click 'Restart.'
8. Once the logon screen appears, click on the 'Ease of Access' icon. This will open a Command Prompt window.
9. Now, reset the password using the following command:
   net user <username> <newpassword>
10. Close the Command Prompt, and then log in with the new password.

Remember to restore the utilman.exe file after resetting the password to maintain system integrity. Following these steps will help you regain access to your Windows Server 2008 R2.

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