Item Connector Description36 BP_SIG Backplane signal connector37 ODD_PWR Optical disk drive connectorDisabling a forgotten passwordThe system's software security features 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 system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from theelectrical outlet.2. Open the system.3. Move the jumper on the system-board jumper from pins 4 and 6 to pins 2 and 4.4. Close the system.The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots with the jumper on pins 2and 4. However, before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must move the jumperback to pins 4 and 6.NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the jumper on pins 2 and 4, thesystem disables the new password(s) the next time it boots.5. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attachedperipherals.6. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from theelectrical outlet.7. Open the system.8. Move the jumper on the system-board jumper from pins 2 and 4 to pins 4 and 6.9. Close the system.10. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attachedperipherals.11. Assign a new system and/or setup password.151
