Jumpers and Connectors 101Disabling a Forgotten PasswordThe system's software security features include a system password and a setup password, which arediscussed in detail in "Using the System Setup Program" on page 29. The password jumper enables thesepassword features or disables them and clears any password(s) currently in use.CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of thecomponents inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide forcomplete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer and protecting against electrostaticdischarge.1 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.2 Open the system. See "Opening and Closing the System" on page 44.3 Remove the password jumper plug.See Figure 6-1 to locate the password jumper on the system board.4 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 47.5 Reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system.The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots with the password jumper plugremoved. However, before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must install the jumperplug.NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the jumper plug still removed, the systemdisables the new password(s) the next time it boots.6 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electricaloutlet.7 Open the system.8 Install the password jumper plug.See Figure 6-1 to locate the password jumper on the system board.9 Close the system, reconnect the system to the electrical outlet, and turn on the system.10 Assign a new system and/or setup password.To assign a new password using the System Setup program, see "Using the System Setup Program" onpage 29.
