Overview

An adapter is an interface between a managed resource and the IBM® Security Identity server. The Desktop Password Reset Assistant software enables Windows users to perform self-service password resets and self-service unlocks from their desktops.

The Desktop Password Reset Assistant allows users who forget their passwords and cannot log in to their Windows accounts to reset the passwords and unlock the accounts.

The Desktop Password Reset Assistant is distributed as a Credential Provider for Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 2008 server and 2012 server. It is visible as a link under the password prompt when you are logged out or the computer is locked.