Compaq Clearing the Power-onPassword

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Maintenance & Service Guide

Presario 1900 Series

Models: 1905, 1906, 1910, 1915, 1919, 1920, 1922, and 1925

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Clearing the Power-on Password

Clearing the power-on password requires removing all Setup attributes that are programmed in the CMOS.

If the password is not known, clear it by performing the following steps:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Disconnect the power cord.

3. Remove the battery pack .

4. Remove the keyboard.

5. Disconnect the backlight cable from

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