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"Windows Security - I want to complete this action by entering..." message when launching Controller client.

Troubleshooting


Problem

User launches Controller client. User chooses database. User receives a 'Windows Security' message.

Symptom


    Windows Security
    I want to complete this action by entering my credentials on the authentic Windows logon screen
    I don't want to complete this action

If the end user clicks 'I want to complete this action by entering my credentials...' then they will then receive a message similar to this:



    Press 'CTRL - ALT - DEL' and enter your Windows credentials.

[TIP: If working inside a remote session, type 'CTRL - ALT - END' instead].

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Modified date:
08 May 2025

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