Dell LM P-133ST manual Deleting the Password, Capacitor C146 Location

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Deleting the Password

If a user forgets the password and does not have it backed up on diskette, the user must return the computer to the factory where a service provider will delete the password using the following procedure. The computer will then be returned to the user.

C146

Figure 4-13. Capacitor C146 (Location)

To delete the password, use the following procedure:

1.Open the computer and remove the keyboard. See “Keyboard” found later in this chapter.

2.Place a short across the terminals of capacitor C146.

3.Allow time for the CMOS battery to recharge.

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Contents 659,&0$18$ Page Contents Chapter Beep Codes and Error Messages Chapter Removing and Replacing PartsIndex FiguresTables Page Read This First Page Xii System Features System OverviewPhysical Description Front View of the Portable ComputerKeyboard Indicators Status DisplayDiskette-Drive Access Indicator Password Battery Charge GaugeSystem Power Power ConservationInterrupt Assignments Interrupt AssignmentsTechnical Specifications Technical SpecificationsConnectors Video Keyboard Main Battery AC Adapter Environmental Computer Initial User Contact Visual InspectionPage Observing the Boot Routine If an external monitor is connected, verify the followingIf an external mouse is connected, verify the following Page Eliminating Resource Conflicts Getting HelpPage Beep Codes and Error Messages Post Beep CodesPost Beep Codes System Error Messages System Error MessagesParity error in system Faulty main board Timer circuit on main Faulty main board Running the Dell Diagnostics Removing and Replacing Parts Recommended ToolsScrew Identification and Tightening Screw IdentificationPrecautionary Measures Main Battery RemovalRemove the hard-disk drive assembly Hard-Disk Drive RemovalDiskette Drive, Secondary Battery, or CD-ROM Removal Remove any PC CardsZIF Connectors Releasing a ZIF ConnectorExploded Views of Components and Assemblies Exploded View-Computer10. Exploded View-LCD Assembly 11. Exploded View-Top Assembly 12. Exploded View-Bottom Assembly Factory Repair Parts and Assemblies Factory Repair Parts and AssembliesSVC,SYS,PLN,LMP133ST BRKT,HD,12.5MM,LMP LCD,TFT,SVGA,12.1,LMP,IBM CVR,HNG,CTR,LMP TSH,WUE,SVC,LMP Naming Conventions Deleting the Password 13. Capacitor C146 LocationRemove the hard-disk drive assembly from the computer Hard-Disk DriveLift the hard-disk drive out of the bottom case 15. Diskette Drive Assembly Diskette DriveCD-ROM Memory Module 17. Memory Module RemovalLCD Assembly 18. LCD Assembly RemovalRemove the LCD assembly Front BezelLCD Panel Remove the front bezelInverter Board MicrophoneLCD Assembly Latches 22. LCD Assembly Latches RemovalPower/Suspend Indicator Remove the power/suspend indicatorBack Bezel Remove the inverter boardRemove the latches Keyboard 25. Keyboard RemovalRemove the keyboard from the computer Top Assembly Production NoteRemove the top assembly from the computer Separate the top assembly from the bottom assemblyDisconnect the status-display board connector Remove the keyboardRemove the top assembly SpeakersRemove the status display board from the top assembly Status Display BoardRemove the I/R device from the top assembly DeviceRemove the power button and spring from the top assembly Power ButtonRemove power button Remove the status display boardTouch Pad Remove the touch pad buttonsBottom Assembly 32. Bottom AssemblyProcessor Board Open the cover Remove the keyboardRemove the processor board from the main board Power Supply Board Open the cover Remove the top assemblyRemove the power supply board from the main board Audio Board 35. Audio Board RemovalRemove the audio card Remove the power supply boardMain Board Remove the black mylar cover on the PC Card cageBend the options bay wall see Figure Remove the main boardCache Board Open the cover Remove the main boardPage Index Eliminating resource conflicts Error messages, 3-3,3-6 Speaker removal Specifications technical Standby mode Status display board removal