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Resetting Windows Server Administrator Password (Utilman)

Resetting the administrator password on Windows Server can seem challenging, especially on a virtual machine. This guide will show you how to safely and effectively reset the administrator password using the Utilman.exe file and a LiveCD on a SkillHost VPS. We will walk you step-by-step through loading drivers, mounting the system disk, and replacing the file with cmd.exe to regain access to the server without reinstalling the OS.