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WINDOWS 11 wont let me set pin
Hi KapilArya
I have tried all of your fixes included in the blog post (and other linked posts):
https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-pin-not-working-in-windows-10
https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-cant-add-sign-in-pin-for-windows-10
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 1000.22000.675.0
I 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
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.Kraego thank you! This worked! Omg I was getting desperate. What a frustrating circle to be in.
Kraego Hi I am facing the following issue.
I tried to log on to my Microsoft account. After entering my user and password it is asked to set up a PIN. I select set pin, press Next, then the dialog says there is an error try again and then it is closed. (Tried it several times). Could you kindly help me pls!
- same issue any update ?
OMGNOW when I bought my old desktop pc years ago it was all setup with supporting discs provided just had to plug in;. How wrong to expect same when purchasing online.
The SNUNMU Mini Pc I bought Oct 22 pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro 21/H2 with the system in Audit Mode which is I understand is what makers use when installing Windows on a batch of PCs at a time.
After previously mentioned problems I eventually had Windows 11 Pro installed even downloading updates except for 22/H2. After a few attempts I received message “ Code Violation” ( extradition to the USA ? ) this as I understand it because the PC build was in 2021 with all the software and drivers at that time and although some updates had be done as above obviously not complete.
The Pc updated drivers and software including 22/H2 and more recent updates and works well except asks for password which I am happy to do because everything else works perfectly
Jack.
JoNeedhamMicrosoft
Maria_Varela I have the same issue… do you have a resolution yet please??
- Have you tried to reset windows 11 from recovery option, try once with your user files and again if not successful without user files.
Finally I was able to solve the problem:
- Open "Start" on Windows 11
- Search for "netplwiz" -> Run cmd
- Disable the login: uncheck marked checkbox
- Restart Windows
- After restart, lock your screen (Windows + L)
- Unlock, After entering your Microsoft password you are prompted with the PIN Dialog, set your desired pin.
- Restart again -> This time you can use the PIN from the previous step
- Check unchecked password checkbox again (step 1-3)
This worked for me.
