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How can I change a network password that Windows Explorer has saved?

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Mar 15, 202622047 views
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I use Windows 7 and I saved my login to a server in the network. But meanwhile my password has changed. When I now try to access that server then Windows Explorer automatically uses the old user and password, so I get an "Access denied" popup. And my account is blocked after 3 failed login attempts…

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Fix for: How can I change a network password that Windows Explorer has saved?

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Windows 7 has a Credential Manager which lets you view/modify that information. To access it press Win+R, input , Enter Alternately, you can find the tool under Control Panel > Network and Internet > User Accounts > Credential Manager.

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