Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos) - Lenovo 88088NU User Manual

5. Install the new battery.
6. Reinstall the PCI riser assembly if removed.
7. Close the computer cover, and connect the cables. See "Closing the cover and
8. Turn on the computer and all attached devices.
9. Use the Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords. See

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 Productivity Center.
To erase a forgotten password:
1. Open the computer cover. See"Opening the cover" on page 21.
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. Lower the drive bay assembly and reconnect any cables that were
5. Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. See "Closing the cover
6. Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Turn off the
7. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on page 38.
8. Move the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pins 1
9. Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. See "Closing the cover
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connecting the cables" on page 39.
Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after battery
replacement, an error message might be displayed. This is normal after
replacing the battery.
Chapter 5, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 49.
"Identifying parts on the system board" on page 23.
or configure position (pins 2 and 3).
disconnected.
and connecting the cables" on page 39.
computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds. The
computer will turn off.
and 2).
and connecting the cables" on page 39.