Dell GX240 User's Guide - Page 49
Disabling a Forgotten Password
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4 If you want to assign a new setup password, perform the steps in "Assigning a System Password." Disabling a Forgotten Password NOTICE: This process erases both the system and setup passwords. CAUTION: Before you open the computer cover, see "CAUTION: Safety Instructions." 1 Open the computer cover. 2 Remove the jumper plug from the PSWD jumper to disable the password feature. See "Jumper Settings" to locate the password jumper (labeled "PSWD") on the system board. 3 Close the computer cover. 4 Reconnect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and then turn them on. This erases the existing password(s). 5 Enter system setup and verify that the password is disabled. Proceed to step 6 if you want to assign a new password. CAUTION: Before you open the computer cover, see "CAUTION: Safety Instructions." 6 Open the computer cover. 7 Replace the PSWD jumper plug. 8 Close the computer cover and reconnect the computer and devices to an electrical outlet and turn them on. Booting your computer with the PSWD jumper installed reenables the password feature. When you enter system setup, both password options appear as Not Enabled, meaning that the password feature is enabled but that no password is assigned. 9 Assign a new system and/or setup password. NOTE: Before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must replace the PSWD jumper plug to reenable the password feature. Advanced Features 47