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Windows* Logon Screen Appears at First Boot for Intel® Compute Stick

Content Type: Troubleshooting   |   Article ID: 000095355   |   Last Reviewed: 06/13/2023

Description

A Windows* logon screen can appear when you start the Intel® Compute Stick for the first time. The logon screen requires a password for Other User.

Resolution

To resolve this issue, reset the system to factory defaults:

  1. Remove any SD card, if installed.
  2. Press F8 when you see this prompt during boot: F8 to Activate Windows 8.1* Recovery Mode.
  3. Select Troubleshoot.
  4. Select Reset your PC, then select Next.
  5. Select Just remove my files.
  6. Select Reset to start the restore process.

If these steps don't solve the problem, replace the Intel® Compute Stick: