Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos) - Lenovo 3000 J Series User Manual

10. Use the Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords.

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 Lenovo Care
To erase a forgotten password:
1. Remove the cover. See "Removing the cover" on page 20.
2. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the system board. See
3. If necessary, see "Installing adapters" on page 25 to remove any adapters that
4. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance
5. Replace the computer cover and connect the power cord.
6. Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately ten seconds. Turn off the
7. Repeat steps 1 through 3.
8. Move the jumper back to the standard (pins 1 and 2).
9. Replace the cover and connect the power cord. See "Replacing the cover and
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9. Turn on the computer and all attached devices.
See Chapter 5, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 47.
"Identifying parts on the system board" on page 21.
impede access to the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper.
or configure position (pins 2 and 3).
Note: If the system board has only two pins for clearing the CMOS, add a
jumper to the two pins.
computer by holding the power switch for approximately five seconds. The
computer will turn off.
Note: If the system board has only two pins for clearing the CMOS, remove
the jumper from the two pins.
connecting the cables" on page 37.
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program.