Bypassing the BIOS passwords

Bypassing the BIOS passwords

The Bypass Password jumper on the system board lets you bypass the BIOS passwords.

To bypass the BIOS passwords:

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Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 25.

Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cord and all other cables connected to the server.

3 Remove the side panel. For more information, see “Opening the server case” on page 26.

Warning Moving the jumper while the power is on can damage your server. Always turn off the server and unplug the power cord and all other cables before changing the jumper.

4 Place the jumper across pins 1-2 of jumper J13.

Jumper pins 1-2

5 Close the case, then reconnect the power cord, monitor, and keyboard. For more information, see “Closing the server case” on page 28.

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