IBM ThinkPad 760E Instruction Manual page 130

Using a Supervisor Password
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IBM ThinkPad 760E, 760ED, or 760EL User's Guide
1
Turn off the computer and wait at least 5 seconds; then turn it
on.
2
Start Easy-Setup by pressing and holding F1 and then turning
on the computer.
3
Type your current supervisor password at the power-on prompt
( ); then press Enter.
4
Select the Password icon from the Easy-Setup menu.
5
Select the Supervisor icon; then type your current supervisor
password and press the Spacebar.
A window appears so you can enter a new password.
6
Type the new password; then press Enter.
7
Type the new password again for verification; then press Enter.
Do Not Forget Your Supervisor Password!
Note the password and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your
supervisor password, you have to take the computer to an IBM
authorized reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the
system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and an
additional charge might be required for the service.
If you forget your supervisor password, there is no way to reset
your password or recover data from the hard disk. Neither
an IBM authorized reseller nor IBM marketing representative can
make the hard disk drive usable.
If you are using more than one hard disk drive, see page 115.