NOTE: In you system setup (see "System Setup" on page 101), both system and administrator password options appear as Not Set. The password feature is enabled but a password is not assigned.

13Assign a new system and/or administrator password, as needed.

Clearing CMOS Settings

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

NOTE: This procedure does not clear or reset system and setup passwords.

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 61.

2Remove the computer cover ("Removing the Computer Cover" on page 62).

3Reset the current CMOS settings:

4Locate the 2-pin password (CLRPSWD) and CMOS (CLRCMOS) jumpers on the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 65).

5Remove the password jumper plug, then place the plug on the CLRCMOS jumper pins and wait approximately 5 seconds.

NOTICE: The password jumper plug must be reinstalled on the password jumper pins in order to enable the password feature.

6Remove the jumper plug from the CLRCMOS jumper pins and place it back on the password jumper pins.

7Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 96).

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

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

Cleaning Your Computer

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor

CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances.

Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from the slots and holes on your computer and from between the keys on the keyboard.

NOTICE: Do not wipe the display screen with any soap or alcohol solution. Doing so may damage the antiglare coating.

Specifications

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