Presario 1700 Series
Models: XL260, XL261, XL262, XL264, XL265, XL266, XL274, XL275, XL360, XL361, XL362, XL363, XL364, XL365, XL366, XL367, XL368, XL369, XL370, XL371, XL372, XL373, XL374, XL375, XL376, XL377, and XL378
5.Install loopback plugs in the serial and parallel connectors if you would like to test these ports.
6.Ensure that the hard drive is installed in the Notebook.
7.Ensure that the battery pack is inserted in the Notebook and that it is connected to an external AC power source.
When these preliminary steps are completed, you are ready to run POST.
Clearing the Power-On Password
Note: Clearing the
If you do not know the password, clear it by performing the following steps:
1.Turn off the computer.
2.Disconnect the power cord.
3.Remove the battery pack.
4.Remove the keyboard.
5.Remove the LED button bezel.
6.Disconnect the backlight cable from the connector on the system board.
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