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WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the password setting.

CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).

1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

3.Locate the 3-pin CMOS reset jumper (CMOSCLR1) on the system board (see System Board Components).

4.Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 2 and 3 and fix it on pins 1 and 2.

5.Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the CMOS setting.

6.Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 1 and 2 and replace it on pins 2 and 3.

7.Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

8.Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and turn them on.

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