Return to MAIN-Index  Return to SUB-Index    IBM-AUSTRIA - PC-HW-Support    30 Aug 1999

Passwords (2625)



  Passwords
The Passwords are security features that are used to protect the system and the hard disk data from unauthorized access. There are two types of passwords:


How to Disable the Passwords

The following procedure disables both passwords.
  1.  Power-off the computer.
  2.  Disconnect the AC Adapter.
  3.  Open the keyboard and remove the battery pack.
  4.  Remove the Mylar cover.  See FRU Removals and Replacements
  5.  Locate the S2 switch block on the system board.
  6.  Set Switch 1 to Off.
  7.  Wait 30 seconds.
  8.  Set Switch 1 to On.
  9.  Replace the Mylar cover.
  10.  Replace the battery.
  11.  Connect the AC Adapter.
  12.  Power-on the computer.
  13.  Go to a DOS full screen.
  14.  Press Ctrl+Alt+F11  to access the setup screen and reset the passwords.

Back to  Jump to TOP-of-PAGE
More INFORMATION / HELP is available at the  IBM-HelpCenter

Please see the LEGAL  -  Trademark notice.
Feel free - send a Email-NOTE  for any BUG on this page found - Thank you.