Security

How can I reset the admin password for the Windows 7 version?

julivt
Explorer

Hi, how can I reset the admin password of Splunk Enterprise 6 trial version that was installed in a computer running Windows 7 operating system?

I installed the application and worked fine. Later, I tried to access it and didn't recognize the password I had set.

Can you please advise?
Thanks.

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Wakkenty
New Member

I've had similar problems , i can not access my Windows password because i forgot Windows 7 password .
But for Windows 7 user , the NT password reset tool is free and effective , we can use it to solve this problem ,
https://www.recoverywindowspassword.com/reset-windows-7-login-password-in-3-ways.html

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MuS
Legend

The question was about the Splunk admin password and not the windows admin password 😉

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MuS
Legend

The question was about the Splunk admin password and not the windows admin password 😉

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chrisgomes
New Member

PCUnlocker can be used to reset lost Windows 7 password.

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Lanind
New Member

Windows Password Recovery Tool Ultimate can reset your Windows 7 admin password easily!

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Junnilly
New Member

I used iSeepassword Windows password recovery too create a boot USB and reset my password on windows 7. So, if you forgot the Windows password, you can easily reset windows password with iSeePassword, it's easy to use.

http://www.iseepassword.com/how-to-reset-windows-7-password.html

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lukejadamec
Super Champion
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julivt
Explorer

Thanks for your prompt response!

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somesoni2
Revered Legend

To reset the Splunk to use default credential (admin/changeme), you would need to login to your windows 7 machine, using local administrator account. Then go to SplunkInstallDir->etc. You should see a file called passwd. Keep a backup of this file and then delete it. (this file contains all the credentials/users, which you may required to restore if you have created additional users). Then restart the splunk. This should allow you to log in using admin/changeme credentials.

julivt
Explorer

Thanks for your prompt response!

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