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how to fix Error code: 0x80070032 i get when windows 10 opens?

Anonymous
2017-12-18T19:35:48+00:00

Why do I get the Error code: 0x80070032 when I try to open windows 10? when I get this error message I have to "shut down" several times and restart, but each time windows 10 reopens and asks for my logon "pin", I enter my PIN and get message "...something happened try another login authentication method...". after repeated shut downs and attempted restarts, windows 10 login accepts my PIN and windows open.

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-03-19T06:49:59+00:00

    Hi,

    Error code 0x80070032 is usually related to signing in to your device and sometimes has to do with PIN issues. Can you get to the sign-in screen but unable to input your PIN for some reason?

    Try to sign in with your password and see if you can log in successfully. If the problem is only with the PIN, we need to reset your PIN, you can follow the steps below:

    1. Open Settings by pressing Windows key + I on your keyboard, then go to Accounts > Sign-in options.
    2. Click I forgot my PIN. A new window would appear confirming if you want to reset your PIN. Click Continue.
    3. Enter your Microsoft account password and then set up the new PIN.

    If the error would still appear, the next step is to delete the NGC folder which is a proven in fully resolving this issue. Make sure that your account has full administrator privileges and follow these steps:

     1.Open File Explorer by pressing Windows key + E on your keyboard. Copy and paste this command on the address bar:

             C:\Windows\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\AppData\Local\Microsoft\NGC

    1. Delete everything within that folder.
    2. Go to Settings-> Accounts->Sign-in Options.
    3. Click Add a PIN again and set your PIN.
    4. PIN sign in should work going forward

    Let us know if you need further assistance.

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-05-22T02:55:50+00:00

    Make sure that when you search for the AppData folder that under the View tab, you check the Hidden Items.

    However, you might still have problems deleting the NGC folder - as I am also having problems deleting this folder.

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-04-04T14:31:09+00:00

    I having the same problem and not getting any joy following the instructions above

    john

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  3. Anonymous
    2018-04-04T12:46:23+00:00

    i deleted the files under the ngc folder , and i am now able to steup A PIN , STILL HAVING A PROBLEM , I AM NOT ABLE TO SETUP A FINGERPRINT LOCK

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  4. Anonymous
    2017-12-19T01:14:23+00:00

    Hi John,

    For us to determine what is causing the Error code: 0x80070032 on your computer, and to provide you the appropriate solution, may we know what are the changes on your computer prior to this issue?

    If you haven't done any changes on your PC, and this error suddenly occurred, then we suggest that you run the System File Checker tool to scan any irregularities on the system files of your computer. To run the tool, just refer to this article: Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files.

    Now, if the issue persist, perform this step: Repair a Windows Image.

    Let us know how this turns out for you.

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