
10Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 29.
11Place the jumper back onto pins
12Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 30.
Resetting BIOS passwordsTo reset BIOS passwords, you must either reset and clear all BIOS settings, or use the Clear Password jumper. To reset all BIOS settings, follow the instructions in “Resetting the BIOS” on page 60.
To clear the BIOS password(s):
1Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 28. Make sure that you turn off the server, then unplug the power cord(s) and all other cables connected to the server.
2Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 29.
3Remove the jumper across pins
Caution
Moving the jumper while the power is on can damage your server. Always turn off the server and unplug the power cords and all other cables before changing the jumper.
4Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 30.
5Reconnect the power cords and turn on the server. The BIOS password(s) is cleared.
6Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cords and all other cables connected to the server.
7Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 29.
8Place the jumper back onto pins
9 Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 30.
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