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What to Do After Password Reset: Personal and Drake-Owned Windows Computers (How-to)

Here are the steps you need to take on any Windows computer to ensure that your password reset is effective. NOTE: Faculty and staff should always change their password on their Drake-owned computer while on campus.

NOTE: Don't forget to immediately update your other devices with your new password. Failure to do so will result in you being temporarily locked out of your account.

1. After Password Reset

  1. Connect your computer to the wired campus network.
  2. Restart your computer.
  3. Once your computer reboots, sign in as you would normally. Your computer may prompt you to enter your new password to connect with the wireless network and your email account.
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Article ID: 29943
Created
Wed 5/3/17 3:53 PM
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Wed 6/5/19 3:58 PM