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WINDOWS 11 wont let me set pin
Okay so at first I couldn't update to the new 11 beta version. Eventually had to reset my computer, after going through hell with that, now I can't set up a pin or anything, but it says that I am up...
Hello,
See if this fix helps you:
https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-pin-not-working-in-windows-11
Let me know if this helps!
Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog by a trusted Microsoft MVP. This reply was updated to make sure it is valid.
Hi KapilArya
I have tried all of your fixes included in the blog post (and other linked posts):
[FIX] PIN Not Working In Windows 10 (kapilarya.com)
[FIX] Can't Add Sign-in PIN For Windows 10 (kapilarya.com)
None have resulted in my being able to set a sign-in PIN.
For months I've been using a PIN and then suddenly it stopped working. I don't know how to tell if this coincided with a particular update.
Edition Windows 11 Home
Version 21H2
Installed on 4/7/2022
OS build 22000.613
Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.22000.675.0I am logged into two Microsoft accounts (personal and school). That has never been a problem but I don't know if that could have something to do with it.
Matt
The solutions found on most websites for this problem didn't work for me. It turned out that I had to disable TPM in the BIOS to get Windows Hello for Business to start working again.
Since yesterday I have the exact same behavior. Version 21H2 (OS Build 22000.739).
When I try to set the pin (see images). I select set pin, press Next, then the dialog with "Just a moment" pops up, after approx. 30 seconds the dialog is getting closed. (Tried it several times)
I faced this exact same problem. I was able to fix it by signing in with a local account and setting up my Microsoft account again.
To do this, go to Account > Your info > Account settings section > Sign in with a local account instead.
After that, on the same page, sign in with your Microsoft account again.
