Note: To check whether the ThinkPad computer supports the Passphrase

function, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and go to Security --> Password. If

Using Passphrase item is displayed in the menu, this function is available on

the ThinkPad computer.
3. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu.
4. Select Password.
5. Select Hard-disk x password, where x is the letter of the hard disk drive. A
pop-up window opens.
6. Select Master HDP.
7. Type the current master HDP in the Enter Current Password field. then leave
the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice.
8. Press F10.
9. Select Yes in the Setup Configuration window.

Both user HDP and master HDP will have been removed.

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