Updating the BIOS

Resetting BIOS passwords

To reset BIOS password(s), you must either reset and clear all BIOS settings, or use the Password Clear jumper (J4A1). To clear BIOS settings, follow the instructions in “Resetting the BIOS” on page 158.

To clear the BIOS passwords using the password clear jumper:

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

2 Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 66.

Moving the jumper while the power is on can damage your server.

Caution Always turn off the server and unplug the power cords and all other cables before changing the jumper.

3 Remove the jumper across pins 1-2 of header J4A1, then place the jumper across pins 2-3.

FRB3

BMC

FWHID

Disable

Reset

 

J8C1

J8C2

J8C3

4 Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 72.

5 Reconnect the power cords and turn on the server. The BIOS password(s) is cleared.

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

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