Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos) - Lenovo ThinkCentre A61e 6418 Hardware Installation And Replacement Manual

Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)

This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about
lost or forgotten passwords, go to the ThinkVantage
To erase a forgotten password:
1. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the cover" on page 11.
2. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the system board. See
3. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance
4. Replace the computer cover and connect the power cord. See Chapter 4,
5. Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Turn off the
6. Repeat steps 1 through 2 on page 30.
7. Move the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pins 1
8. Replace the computer cover and connect the power cord. See Chapter 4,
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"Identifying parts on the system board" on page 9.
or configure position (pins 2 and 3).
"Completing the parts replacement," on page 27.
computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds. The
computer will turn off.
and 2).
"Completing the parts replacement," on page 27.
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Productivity Center program.