Clearing Passwords; Jumper Settings For The Bios Setup Program Modes - Intel BOXDP55KG Product Manual

Intel Desktop Board DP55KG Product Guide
Table 13. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes
Jumper Setting

Clearing Passwords

This procedure assumes that the board is installed in the computer and the
configuration jumper block is set to normal mode.
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.
Disconnect the computer's power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or
power adapter).
3. Remove the computer cover.
4. Find the configuration jumper block (see Figure 32).
5. Place the jumper on pins 2-3 as shown below.
6. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to
boot.
7. The computer starts the Setup program. Setup displays the Maintenance menu.
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Mode
Normal (default) (1-2)
Configure (2-3)
Recovery (None)
Description
The BIOS uses the current configuration and
passwords for booting.
After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the
BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this
menu to clear passwords.
The BIOS recovers data in the event of a failed
BIOS update.