I have just started using WindowsMobile. I have a Treo Pro with WM 6.1. I have connected it to my 2007 server with Active Sync. However, I did not understand the PIN for the device and I put in a password that is just too long. How do I reset or change my PIN so I do not have to type so many characters each time I unlock my device?
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One thing I did was disable the requirement of a PIN when connected to my exchange server. Our security policy required a 4 digit pin, which became a pain.
Here is some information on how to tweak these settings via a registry editor...
http://khason.net/blog/how-to-disable-exchange-security-policy-for-windows-mobile-devices/
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Hello to all.
I am using X1 with Dutch Tmobile.
One of the steps to complete setup for exchange account was providing lock pin/password, this was obligatory.
The problem i have now is that I can not disable it. Checkbox is greyed out and I can only change: lock time (0, 3, 5) and password itself.
I am really happy with Exchange acces from X1 but pin is really annoying.
Any help appreciated.
Cheers
gruczniak said:
Hello to all.
I am using X1 with Dutch Tmobile.
One of the steps to complete setup for exchange account was providing lock pin/password, this was obligatory.
The problem i have now is that I can not disable it. Checkbox is greyed out and I can only change: lock time (0, 3, 5) and password itself.
I am really happy with Exchange acces from X1 but pin is really annoying.
Any help appreciated.
Cheers
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I have the same problem which is really anoying especially when using Tomtom as I have to type in my password every 5 minutes whilst driving.
From what I have been able to find out, it is caused by the policies on your server/exchange server, where for company information security reasons it requires a password and prohibits the phone user to dissable this function.
To change this, a change in windows server or exchange server is necessary.
If anybody can post instructions on how to do this I would be most grateful.
In Exchange 2003 SP2
You need to open system manager and click the + sign next to global settings. Now right click on mobile settings and select properties.
In the dialog box that has appeared click on device security and then u will have several options to do with the device pin code.
Enjoy.
scotjen1 said:
In Exchange 2003 SP2
You need to open system manager and click the + sign next to global settings. Now right click on mobile settings and select properties.
In the dialog box that has appeared click on device security and then u will have several options to do with the device pin code.
Enjoy.
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Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.
In exchange 2007, start Exchange Management Console, navigate to Organisation Configuration/Client Access/Mailbox Policy Server. Double click, select Password tab and uncheck require password. Sync with active sync and then you can remove the password.
Huge thanks for that! It has been bugging the hell out of me. Am using Small Business Server 2008 and it does all these settings automatically so I had no clue where to look.
Saddly for me my organization is to big to alter anything on the Exchange server.
Exchange policy update is still a workaround when you do not sync for some time (vacation etc)
Hello,
I am using the Blackberry connect software in my HTC Touch.
My company has enabled the Password policy on our BES, so every 15 minutes my HTC locks. In order to unlock it I have to type a 4 number password. As the HTC has no keyboard this is a mess as I have to use the stylus to input the 4 digit (the keypad is really small). I need a Windows Mobile application which enables a large keypad. I can not find such application.
Any help is much appreciated.
Best regards
Because of an exchange policy i have to lock by HD2 with an pincode. I have installed SlidIT an Swype an my pincode has been changed
First I installed this SlideIT( 3.1.2.1 )Demo.cab and without soft-reset by device i installed this Fixed-Swype-HTCBlackBird-3.9.10.10.5032.CAB. Than I soft-reset my device and I try to unlock it with my pincode but the code was changed.
How can I use and unlock my device without doing an hard-reset?
I can disable the exchange policy with this register setting, but how to edit the register without unlocking the device? I have tried CeRegEditor but than I have to use ActiveSync an that doesn't work with an lock device.
This version of Swype is the cause of your trouble. It requires a TMOUS ID string in the ROM. Search the forum, and you'll find other threads on the subject.
But no idee how to fix it?
If you manage to access your mobile via activesync (I guess not, as it should ask for your PIN), you could uninstall that Swype from the PC... otherwise I fear there's nothing else than the hard reset.
This can help: http://msmvps.com/blogs/nunoluz/archive/2008/06/10/device-password-recovery-with-exchange-2007.aspx but i have the nice Sense look-and-feel lock screen, so no option for an password reset
One way to remove the having to use a device lock code due to your exchange policy is to use Zenyee Stay Unlock. I've attached the cab. It is straight forward and all it does is runs in the background to remove the exchange policy for needing to have a device unlock code. Works a treat for me.
Okay, my HD2 yesterday forgot my unlock passcode, I have not installed any version of sype, and running 1.66 WWE stock Rom. My Exchange Server security policies forces a passcode.
What i have found (tested) is that an option in BsB Tweaks is causing the problem.
The option that is causing this (or at least for me) is 'Owner Information - show or hide owner in settings'
When enabled, with the show notes, your Owner information and notes are displayed when you wake the phone (before slide to unlock) I wanted this option because it gives you a slightly better chance of recovering your phone if it gets lost.
It works well initially, then for some reason it fails to show, restart the phone and BANG, your passcode wont work!! I have experimented this and it happens every time.
Thought I'd let you all know my findings, and hopefully this bug can be ironed out.
regards
Paul
I've tested it some more today, and I'm pretty sure that it is the Owner info. Going to leave it off now, but would definitely want this feature fixed As i said before it does give me a slightly better chance in getting it back if it gets lost!
Have you tried using the Recovery Password from the Outlook Web Access for your exchange server?
It's not the Exchange password that gets forgotten, it the unlock code for the phone!!! You just cant unlock the phone, hard re-set is the only option!!
Its a know problem for some people that install sype! Same thing your passcode just will not work
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My Exchange Server security policies forces a passcode.
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You can use the EMC, the Shell, or Microsoft Office Outlook Web App to recover a device password.
You can require a device password through Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync policies. A user can configure a device password even if your Exchange ActiveSync policies don't require one. If users forget their password, you can obtain a recovery password using the EMC or the Shell. The recovery password unlocks the device and lets the user create a new password. Users can also recover their device passwords by using Outlook Web App.
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Is what I think you are looking for.
Hi all,
Just started using activesync towards Exchange server and had to enable the phone lock to get it working (due to Exchange server security policy).
Activesync works great but overall phone usability has decreased considerably when I have to type a 6 digit PIN code everytime I want to use the phone for calls, check calender, run appl etc.
Is there any way to
1) Limit need for password input to only reading mails using Outlook
2) Make sure I only have to type PIN if I havent used the phone for an extended period? Right now I need to type PIN everytime the phone has been in standby..(despite 15 min timeout setting in security lock settings)
3) Cheat phone to accept 3 or 4 PIN code instead of the default 6 PIN.
4) Bypass exchange server policy and remove need for PIN completely (keeping activesync working of course)
Any advice will be highly appreciated!
Best regards
Jens