Unlocking The Smart Cover Lock - HP Compaq dc7100 DT Reference Manual

Removal and Replacement Procedures— Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis
7.2

Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to unlock the lock. Refer to the
Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation Library CD for more information about the
Smart Cover Lock.
If you cannot access Computer Setup to unlock the cover you will need to remove the locking
solenoid by using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key (Spare part number 166527-001 or
166527-002). Once the solenoid has been deactivated or removed the access panel can be
removed.
The Smart Cover FailSafe Key will be needed in any of the following circumstances:
Power outage
Startup failure
Processor or power supply failure
Lost password
1. Using the
Lock
to the inside of the chassis.
2. Remove the computer cover
7–2
Smart Cover FailSafe Key, remove the tamper-proof screw that secures the
(Section 7.5, "Computer Cover").
361288-003 Service Reference Guide, dc7100
Smart Cover