Acer Comprehensive Guide to System Password Management

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4.Retype the new password to verify the first entry, then press Enter. You will be prompted to save the new password.

5.Press Enter.

6.Press F10 to save the password and close the Setup Utility.

To remove a system password:

1.Select a password parameter, then press Enter. The password box appears.

2.Type the original password, then press Enter.

3.Press Enter twice without entering anything in the new and confirm password fields. You will be prompted to confirm the password removal.

4.Press Enter.

5.Press F10 to save the changes you made and close the Setup Utility.

Resetting a system password:

If you have forgotten the user password, the computer will continue to function normally but you will have limited access to the Setup Utility.

If you have enabled the Password on Boot field and you forget the supervisor password, you will not be able to boot up the computer. The same thing applies if you forget the HDD password.

To clear a lost BIOS password (user or supervisor password) you need to short the G61 hardware gap located near the processor socket (U33). Go to page 70 for instructions.

To regain access to your computer if you lose the HDD password, you need to generate a master password and unlock your hard drive. Go to page 71 for instructions.

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Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide

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Contents Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Date Chapter Updates Revision HistoryCopyright Conventions Service Guide Coverage Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Table of Contents Chapter Field Replaceable Unit FRU List Features HardwareComponent Description Keyboard and Pointing Device LED Indicators and ButtonsDisplay and Camera SoftwareErgonomics and Security Environmental RequirementsSystem Tour Top ViewIcon Component Function Closed Front View HotkeysHotkey Icon Function Description Rear View Left ViewComponent Function Right View Base ViewSpecifications SpecificationVideo Audio Wireless LANBluetooth EthernetSystem Memory Memory ModuleElpida Hynix Micron Nanya Samsung Hard Disk Drive GB HDDMK5055GSX WD5000BEVT Specification Brand Delta Hipro Lite-On Optical Disc DriveAcpi mode Description ADP-65JH DB aPhoenix SecureCore Setup Utility System UtilitiesAccessing the Setup Utility KBCNavigating through the Setup Utility Setup Utility MenusKey Function Information Field DescriptionMain EnabledDisabled Field Description ValueSecurity Field Description ValueSetting a system password Resetting a system password Boot IDE0Exit Field DescriptionEquivalent Torque Values Disassembly ToolsStages of the Disassembly Process Kgf-cm In-lbPre-disassembly Procedure System Screw ListCode Part Number Type Color External Modules Disassembly External Modules Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the Battery Pack Removing the xD Dummy CardRemoving the Lower Case Cover Type Quantity Color Torque Part NumberRemoving the Memory Modules Removing the Hard Disk Drive Removing the Wlan Module Type Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Optical Disc Drive Remove the screw securing the ODD bracket Main Unit Disassembly Main Unit Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the Middle Cover Removing the KeyboardRemoving the LCD Module Page Type Quantity Color Torque Part Number Removing the Upper Case M2 x L4 Black Kgf-cm 86.00E13.524 Removing the Speakers Removing the Power Board Removing the Touchpad Board Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Removing the Heat Sink Fan HSF Assembly Removing the MainboardRemoving the Processor Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide LCD Module Disassembly LCD Module Disassembly FlowchartRemoving the LCD Bezel Removing the Lid Magnet Removing the LCD Panel Removing the LCD-CCD Coaxial Cable Removing the LCD Panel Brackets Removing the Wlan AntennasRemoving the CCD Board Post Error Indicators Post Error MessagesError Messages Check or do the following in sequence Post Post Beep Codes Code Beeps Post Routine DescriptionCode Beeps Post Routine Description Code Beeps Post Routine Description Bios Beep Codes for Boot Block in Flash ROM Code Beeps For Boot Block in Flash ROMExternal CD/DVD-ROM Drive Check Troubleshooting ProcedureSystem Check Procedures Keyboard or Auxiliary Input Device CheckPower System Check Memory CheckIntermittent Problems Undetermined ProblemsTouchpad Check Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Service Guide Block Diagram System ArchitectureMainboard Layout Code ComponentBottom View Clearing a Bios Password To clear a Bios passwordBios Recovery Creating the Bios Crisis Recovery DiskUnlocking the HDD Performing a Bios Recovery Field Replaceable Unit FRU List Acer Aspire 4732Z/4332 Exploded Diagram Component Part Name Part Number Continuation HDD 160GB 5400RPM Sata Seagate ST9160310AS F Category Part Name Part Number Power cordAcer Aspire 4732Z/4332 FRU List AdapterBattery pack BoardsCase/cover/bracket assembly CablesLED LCD Cover 14 IMR Blue W/ANTENNA*2 Heat sink fan assembly Memory moduleProcessor DVD-RW drive Hard disk driveKeyboard Category Part Name Part Number Model Definition and Configurations Compatible Device Display Port TestUSB Port Test Wlan Access Point Test Line-out Jack TestMemory Card Test MMC, SD, xD, MS, MS Pro Compatible Software Online Support Information Index Components list 78 exploded view Connector Sleep mode Description 14 hotkey Software specifications