8 Press Y to save the changes.The system reboots.Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setuppasswordPrerequisitesEnsure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/orSetup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked.About this taskTo enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.Steps1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter.The System Security screen is displayed.2 In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.3 Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab.4 Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press Enter or Tab.NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. If you delete theSystem and/or Setup password, confirm the deletion when promoted.5 Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.6 Press Y to save the changes and exit from System Setup.The system reboots.Disabling a system passwordPrerequisitesNOTE: The system's software security features include a system password and a setup password. The password jumper disablesany password(s) currently in use.1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.About this taskNOTE: You can also use the following steps to disable a forgotten password.Steps1 Identify the PSWD jumper on the system board.2 Remove the PSWD jumper from the system board.NOTE: The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until the system boots without the jumper.NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the PSWD jumper installed, the system disables thenew password(s) the next time it boots.3 Replace the PSWD jumper on the system board.Next steps1 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.2 Reboot the system and press F2 to enter the System Setup and see Setting up a System Password.System Setup 37
