Dell L701X manual Clearing Forgotten Passwords

4. Press plus (+) or minus (–) to change the boot priority of the device.

Clearing Forgotten Passwords

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.

WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS 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 back cover (see Removing the Back Cover).

3.Remove the system-board shield (see Removing the System-Board Shield).

4.Locate the 3-pin password reset jumper (CLR_PWSD) on the system board. (see System Board Components).

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

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