Change Windows Password
The instruction will have two parts: In the office or Work from home.
In the office.
- Login to your computer until you see your desktop screen.
- Once the desktop is visible, press and hold the Control + Alt + Del on your keyboard
- Select Change a Password
- The following screen will appear. Enter in your previous password, create and confirm a new password.
Ensure your password is a minimum of 12 characters. Must contain at least one uppercase, lowercase, special character, number and no repeated names. Try to use a memorable phrase, or string of random words. Pick a strong password or generate a password using your Password Manager.
Hit enter once you’ve typed your new password in the ‘Confirm password’ box.
- If your password change is successful, you will be presented with the following screen (or similar). Otherwise, you will be need to create a more sophisticated password.
- It’s likely you will need to confirm your credentials in any apps or devices where your Windows account is used, e.g. MS Outlook, Team on desktop and mobile. You will be prompted to enter your new password.
- Once have you successfully changed your password, you will be asked to update your Office password as well.
Working From Home (VPN Connection is Required).
- Login to your computer until you see your desktop screen.
- Once the desktop is visible, Connect to the VPN first. (VERY IMPORTANT)
- Once you have successfully connected to the VPN and press and hold the Control + Alt + Del on your keyboard
- Select Change a Password
- The following screen will appear. Enter in your previous password, create and confirm a new password.
Ensure your password is a minimum of 12 characters. Must contain at least one uppercase, lowercase, special character, number and no repeated names. Try to use a memorable phrase, or string of random words. Pick a strong password or generate a password using your Password Manager.
Hit enter once you’ve typed your new password in the ‘Confirm password’ box.
- If your password change is successful, you will be presented with the following screen (or similar). Otherwise, you will be need to create a more sophisticated password.
- It’s likely you will need to confirm your credentials in any apps or devices where your Windows account is used, e.g. MS Outlook, Team on desktop and mobile. You will be prompted to enter your new password.