The administrator account is a hidden, disabled and built-in account with Windows 7/Vista/xp. But a user can enable this account for some special actions. Such as troubleshooting, installing harmful software or some special networking tasks. By default, most of the user accounts are a part/member of the Administrator account. Others are standard accounts without being any part of an administrator account.

Windows disabled this account to prevent malicious programs and harmful activities on the system. So any special task of system needs administrative privilege and the annoying UAC [User Account Control] bar will pop up for the users, except the administrator account.

This instructable will show you how to enable Administrator account in three easy ways. Choose only one method from below to activate administrator account.

Step 1: Method

1. Using Command Prompt:

Search cmd.exe in start menu and run cmd.exe as administrator.

To enable Administrator account Type: net user administrator /active:yes

Hit enter and the command should execute successfully.Command line to disable this account: net user administrator /active:no

Step 2: Method # 2. From Local Users and Groups

Go to control panel navigate to Administrative tools and computer management.

Expand the Local users and Groups arrow and select Users. Then, From the right pane, double-click on the Administrator.

If you are you unable to login to Windows in normal mode and you keep getting the following error message: "Your account has been disabled, please see your system administrator", don't worry. This article will explain how to fix the problem.

How to enable admin account in Windows?

• Right click on My Computer > Manage, and Computer Management window will be opened.
• At left side double click on Local Users and Groups > Users. Now you can find all users.
• Select your user and right click on it, then select Properties, then uncheck the checkbox Account is disabled.
• Then Click on OK and close the computer management window.
• Restart your PC and try to login in normal mode.

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“Your Account has been disabled please see your administrator. What does this mean??” If you are getting; “your account has been disabled please see your system administrator server 2008”, then beware. This is one of the biggest Windows problems, and it completely locks you out of your system. Without specific fixes, it will be impossible for you to access your Windows account. So, if you are getting this error, there are ways to get access again, you can check out the fixes detailed in the article below.

Part 1. Why Does It Keep Saying My Account Has Been Disabled?

‘Your account has been disabled please see your administrator”This particular error locks out users form their Windows accounts completely. It is, a big and genuinely troubling issue and a lot of people, are bothered by it. This error mostly occurs if you have abruptly closed your computer. IT is also happening if you were installing Windows, and before completing the installation, the computer got shut down. So, if you are a bit careful with your computer, you shouldn’t have to face this error. But it happens to be quite a common issue among Windows users. Don’t worry, there are ways to fix this problem, and they are not too difficult.

Part 2. How Do you Fix Your Account Has Been Disabled Please See Your System Administrator?

So, if you are getting; your account has been disabled please see your system administrator Windows 10, you need to use the following fixes to repair the system. The following fixes are simple, but you may struggle with them, so we have listed the necessary details as well.

Fix 1. Enabling the Disabled Account Using lusrmgr.sc

You have to use the ‘lusrmgr.sc’ command to enable the disabled account. But to enable your account using this command, you need to access Windows 10 from another account in Safe Mode. So, after accessing Windows 10 in Safe Mode from another account, follow the steps below.

Now, restart your computer. After the restart, you will be able to access your disabled account again.

Fix 2. Activate Administrator Account Using Command Prompt

You can also activate the disabled administrator account using the Command Prompt. This is a bit difficult procedure if you are not used to dealing with the CMD. So, we recommend checking out the steps carefully.

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  1: Hold the ‘Shift’ key, while on the login screen. Click on ‘Restart’.

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  2: The ‘Advanced Boot’ will open, click on ‘Troubleshoot’. Then, select ‘Advanced Options’ and then click on ‘Command Prompt’.

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  3: When the CMD panel opens, type the following command and hit ‘Enter’ afterwards: net user administrator /active:yes

Now, restart your computer and check if you can access the disabled administrator account.

Fix 3. Perform A System Image Restore

In this 3rd fix, we will perform a system image restore to fix; your account has been disabled. Please see your system administrator error. Now, doing a system image restore will not lead to the loss of your files, but it will remove all the updates and installed apps that were installed after the point in time to which you are restoring your system. And you can also perform a system restore without logging in to your user account.

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  1: When in the login page, hold the ‘Shift’ key and click on the ‘Power’ button icon on the bottom.

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  2: A menu will appear on the screen, click on ‘Restart’. Do everything while holding the ‘Shift’ key.

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  3: Release the ‘Shift’ key when the ‘Advanced Recovery Options’ menu appears on the screen.

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  4: In the ‘Advanced Recovery options’ menu, select ‘Troubleshooting’ and click on ‘System Image Restore’.

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  5: Now, you will get system restore points from which you have to choose one when the said error didn’t bother you.

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  6: If a prompt appears to choose an account, click on the account titled ‘Administrator’.

Now, you have to wait for the system image restore to get finished. Once the restore is complete, you will be asked to restart your computer. After the restart, there shouldn’t be any issues.

Fix 4. Reset Your Windows Password Using PassFab 4WinKey

If you are still getting, the account has been disabled please see your administrator error, then we recommend resetting the Windows password. But resetting the Windows password will not be possible without a professional tool. There are several such tools on the internet, but we recommend using PassFab 4WinKey. 4WinKey has an extensive reputation as a reliable tool for resetting Windows password. It implements a simple but effective solution. Let’s check it out.

Part 4.1: Create The Password Reset Disk

In the beginning, you have to create a password reset disk using the 4WinKey. And for that, you have to use a different working computer. After accessing a computer, follow the steps below.

After the disk creating is complete, you will get a notification on the screen. Close the program and disconnect the USB drive.

Part 4.2: Boot Windows From the Bootable USB

After creating the bootable USB, remove it. Now, connect the said USB drive to the locked computer and restart it, as the computer restarts follow the steps below.

Part 4.3: Reset Windows Password

The computer will restart immediately. After its restarts, you will be able to login using the new password.

Fix 5. Create A New Account with Administrative Privileges

The final fix involves creating a brand new account with Administrative privileges. It is not an easy task. But you will be able to create a new account in Safe Mode using Command Prompt. And there is also another easier method that involves using a professional tool such as PassFab 4WinKey.

5.1 Create New Account Using Safe Mode

The latest version of Windows comes with a hidden Administrator account. Microsoft probably has thought of this type of situation and implemented an Admin account to help the users. But this Admin account can only be accessed via Safe Mode. There are a few specific steps involved, you can check them below.

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  1: In the login screen, hold the ‘Shift’ key and then click on the ‘Power; button icon below. A menu will appear, select ‘Restart’ while holding the ‘Shift’ key.
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  2: Once ‘Advanced Recovery Options’ appears, let go of the key.

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  3: In the menu, click on ‘Troubleshoot’, then go to ‘Advanced Options’ and then select ‘Startup Settings. Finally, click on ‘Restart’.

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  4: When your computer starts again, it will open with a blue screen with different options. Choose ‘Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt’.
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  5: The computer will boot up immediately, and you will be able to see the hidden Admin account. Log into it.

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  6: Then, run Command Prompt. Type the following commands in the Command Prompt box and hit ‘Enter’ to execute after each one.‘net user /add ’ ‘net.localgroup administrators /add’
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  7: After executing the commands, a new user account with Admin privilege will be created.

Now, you have to restart your computer. So, type ‘shutdown /r’ in the CMD panel. The computer will restart, and you will be able to login with your new account with administrative privilege.

5.2 Create New Account Using PassFab 4WinKey

It is easy to create a new account with Administrative privilege using 4WinKey. Before you proceed, check out the use of 4WinKey from ‘Fix 4’ of this article. You have to perform the ‘Part 1’ and ‘Part 2’ form the detailed procedure. After that, check out the steps below.

Now, remove the USB drive and log in using the new Windows account with Administrative privileges.

Final Words

Overall, it is clear that getting locked out of your account is a dangerous problem. It is frustrating and leaves you unable to do anything. But we have detailed 5 different solutions to help you access your Windows account again. These are simple fixes, but we recommend using PassFab 4WinKey to reset the password. It is easier and most successful among all the solutions.

FAQ About Windows Administrator Account

Q1. What happens when a computer account is disabled?

The computer won’t be able to authenticate the domain until it is enabled again.

Q2. How do I find my system administrator?

Go to the Control Panel and click on User Accounts. You will find the system administrator.

Q3. How can I enable administrator account without admin rights?

Open Command Prompt dialog box and type the following command: net user administrator /active: yes. Execute the command, and you will have administrator rights.

Q4. How can I remove administrator account without password?

You have to run Command Prompt and type the following command: net user username /delete. Execute this command to delete the admin account without its password.