Compaq 270680-003 Compaq Reference Guide Deskpro 4000 and Deskpro 6000 Series - Page 40

Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock You can unlock the Smart Cover Lock by running Computer Setup and selecting Unlocked at the Smart Cover Lock option. In case of hard drive failure, you can also unlock the lock by completing the following steps: 1. During POST, press Ctrl+F10. If you have established a setup password, enter this password when the prompt appears. The ROM-Based Setup Utility menu appears. 2. Select the Cover Lock Control option. 3. Select Unlock. 4. Select Save Changes and Exit to exit the utility. Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key If you enable the Smart Cover Lock and cannot enter your password to disable the lock, you will need a Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open the computer cover. You will need the key in any of the following circumstances: s Power outage s Start up failure s PC component failure (e.g., processor or power supply) s Forgotten password CAUTION: The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from Compaq. Be prepared; order this Key before you need one. You can obtain the FailSafe Key by any one of the following methods: s Contact your authorized Compaq reseller or service provider. s Refer to the Compaq World Wide Web site (www.compaq.com) for ordering information. s Call the appropriate number found in the "Worldwide Telephone Numbers" table in Chapter 9, "Troubleshooting." 2-18 Understanding and Using Intelligent Manageability