Ventilator Fan Failure; Incorrect Password On Startup; Clearing The Cmos Configuration - HP Brio 8500 Online Manual

Ventilator Fan Failure

If the fan cable is not connected then the computer displays the following message:
"Ventilator fan failure: PC may overheat
Switch off PC and verify fan connector
Press <F1> to continue, <F2> for setup"
HP strongly recommends that you do not press F1 to continue. Doing so may cause damage to your computer.
Warning
The fan connector should be checked before continuing. To check the fan connector do the following:
1 Remove the computer's cover (refer to
2 Confirm that the fan connector is connected (refer to
If the fan connector is properly connected and the error persists, contact your HP authorized support agent or reseller
for help.

Incorrect Password on Startup

After three unsuccessful attempts to enter the correct password on Password on Boot, your computer becomes
disabled. If this happens, turn your computer off and then on again, then enter the correct password. If you have
forgotten your password, you need to clear the
for details on how to do this.

Clearing the CMOS Configuration

The CMOS memory stores information, such as your computer's configuration, which is preserved when you turn off your
computer. The only time you need to clear the CMOS is if the configuration stored in memory is corrupted or you have
forgotten the system password. A jumper placed on pins 1-2 prevents changes to the CMOS configuration.
"Removing and Replacing the Cover" on page 37
"Fan Chassis Connector" on page 10
CMOS configuration. Refer to
How to Recover if Things Go Wrong
for any assistance).
for any assistance).
"Clearing the CMOS Configuration"
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