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Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after battery replacement, an error message might be displayed. This is normal after replacing the battery.

8.Turn on the computer and all attached devices.

9.Use the Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords. See Chapter 2, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 31.

Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)

This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about lost or forgotten passwords, go to the ThinkVantage Productivity Center.

Note: If you are enrolled in the Hardware Password Reset program, refer to “Resetting the hard disk drive and power-on password” on page 33 to reset your password. If you do clear CMOS or restore Setup Utility defaults, you will have to re-enroll in the Hardware Password Reset program.

To erase a forgotten password:

1.Open the computer cover. See“Opening the cover” on page 11.

2.Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 13.

3.Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3).

4.Lower the drive bay assembly and reconnect any cables that were disconnected.

5.Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Closing the cover and connecting the cables.”

6.Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds. The computer will turn off.

7.Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 28.

8.Move the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pins 1 and 2).

9.Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Closing the cover and connecting the cables.”

Closing the cover and connecting the cables

After working with options, you need to install any removed parts, close the computer cover, and reconnect cables, including telephone lines and power cords. Also, depending on the option that is installed, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program.

To close the computer cover and connect cables to your computer:

1.Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer.

2.Make sure that the cables are routed correctly before lowering the drive bay assembly.

3.Lower the drive bay assembly.

4.Close the computer cover.

5.Install any locking devices such as an integrated cable lock as necessary.

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Contents Page Page Page Page Contents Iv User Guide Important safety information Conditions that require immediate actionGeneral safety guidelines ServicePower cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets BatteriesCD and DVD drive safety Heat and product ventilationTo connect To disconnect Additional safety informationLithium battery notice Modem safety information Laser compliance statementPower supply statement Overview Information resourcesXiv User Guide Installing options FeaturesExpansion Operating systems, preinstalled varies by model Available options Specifications Supported operating positions Tools required Handling static-sensitive devicesInstalling external options Locating connectors on the front of your computerLocating connectors on the rear of your computer Connector Description Obtaining device driversOpening the cover Locating components Identifying parts on the system board Installing memory Installing PCI adapters What to do nextUser Guide Installing internal drives Drive specifications Installing a drive in bay Connecting drives Connecting an additional serial ATA hard disk drive Installing a diskette drive in bay What to do next Security features Identifying security locks Rope Clip Integrated cable lock Password protection Changing the batteryInstalling options Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Closing the cover and connecting the cablesInstalling options User Guide Using the Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Using passwordsPassword considerations User PasswordAdministrator Password IDE Drive User PasswordResetting the hard disk drive and power-on password IDE Drive Master PasswordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Selecting a temporary startup device Using Security Profile by DeviceSelecting a startup device Changing the startup device sequence Advanced settingsExiting from the Setup Utility program User Guide System program Updating flashing Bios from a diskette or CD-ROMAppendix A. Updating system programs Updating flashing Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failureCleaning a mouse with a ball Appendix B. Cleaning the mouseCleaning an optical mouse User Guide Appendix C. Manual modem commands Basic AT commandsLow speaker volume Set Pulse dial as defaultSet Tone Dial as default Internal speaker on until carrier detectedExtended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 1 commands Fax Class 2 commandsVoice commands Appendix C. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix D. Notices Television output notice TrademarksIndex Password Page Part Number 39J8154
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