Run the Registry Editor (Regedit) as an Administrator
Issue
You need run the Registry Editor as an administrator.
Are you sure you need to run the Registry Editor as an administrator?
In most cases – for example, if you need to create, edit, or delete registry keys – you'll simply need to open the Registry Editor in the normal way. More information
Solution
Here's how to open the Registry Editor as an administrator:
1. Open the Windows Start menu and type Regedit in the search field.
Right-click the Registry Editor menu item that appears.
2. Select Run as administrator from the menu that opens.
You can now proceed to the action you need to take as an administrator within the Registry Editor.