When Only the Power-on Password is Set.
1. Power off the computer.
2. Turn the computer upside down.
3. Loosen the memory-slot cover screw 1, and
remove the memory-slot cover 2.
4. Short the power-on password jumper pads 3.
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5. Power on the computer and wait until the POST
ends. The password is cleared.
6. Reinstall the memory-slot cover, and turn the
computer right side up.
7. Verify that the password prompt does not
appear.
8. To reactivate the password, set the password
again.
The following symptoms might indicate damage
caused by nonwarranted activities:
Missing parts may be a symptom of unauthorized
service or modification.
HDD spindles can become noisy from being
subjected to excessive force or from being
dropped.
I9990303 errors can be caused by exposure to
strong magnetic fields.
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