Set the GmsDefaultUser Account Password that Never Expires

SMC does not create the GmsDefaultUser account with Password Never Expires option enabled. You may want to set this option as described in this section.

Before setting this option, check with the IT security manager whether setting a password that never expires can comply with the security policy of your network. If this option not permitted, when the password expires you must perform the password-alignment procedure to set a new consistent password throughout.

  1. Click the Windows Start button, search for MMC, and press ENTER.
    NOTE: Only users with administrator privileges can use the MMC. If the UAC (User Account Control) is enabled, it may happen that you are prompted for administrator password or confirmation.
  1. In the Console left pane, select Local Users and Groups.
    NOTE: If Local Users and Groups is not visible, it is probably because this snap-in has not been added to MMC. Proceed as follows to install it:
    a. In the Console window, select File > Add/Remove Snap-in.
    b. Select Local Users and Groups and click Add.
    c. Select the Local computer option, click Finish and then click OK.
  1. Select the Users folder.
  1. In the Console window, right-click GmsDefaultUser and select Properties.
  1. In the Properties dialog box, select the following option: Password never expires.
  1. Click OK.
  1. Select File > Exit.