Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos) - Lenovo ThinkCentre M57p 6073 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 "Opening the cover" on page 12.
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 40.
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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What to do next:
v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4, "Completing the parts
replacement," on page 35.
"Identifying parts on the system board" on page 9.
or configure position (pins 2 and 3).
"Completing the parts replacement," on page 35.
computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds. The
computer will turn off.
and 2).
"Completing the parts replacement," on page 35.
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