Item Connector Description13 PWRD_EN, NVRAM_CLR System configuration jumpersNOTE: Access requires removal of system board.14 B1, B5, B9, B2, B6, B10 Memory module sockets (processor 2)15 USB2 USB connector16 USB1 USB connector17 TPM TPM connector18 J_BP Hard-drive backplane connectorDisabling a forgotten passwordThe software security features of blade include a system password and a setup password. The passwordjumper enables these password features or disables them, and clears any password(s) currently in use.PrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onlyperform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or asdirected by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that isnot authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructionsthat came with the product.Steps1. Turn off the blade using the operating system commands or the CMC.2. Remove the blade from the enclosure to access the jumpers.3. Move the jumper on the system-board jumper from pins 2 and 3 to pins 1 and 2.4. Install the blade in the enclosure.5. Turn on the blade.When the blade is on, the power-on indicator is solid green. Allow the blade to finish booting.The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots with the password jumper onpins 1 and 2. However, before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must reinstall thepassword jumper back to pins 2 and 3.NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the jumper on pins 1 and 2, thesystem disables the new password(s) the next time it boots.6. Turn off the blade using the operating system commands or the CMC.7. Remove the blade from the enclosure to access the jumpers.8. Move the jumper on the system-board jumper from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2 and 3.9. Install the blade in the enclosure.10. Turn on the blade.11. Assign a new system and/or setup password.Related LinksRemoving the bladeInstalling a blade106
