Resetting the CMOS NVRAM
Clearing and Changing the Password
To reset the CMOS NVRAM:
1. Power off the system and remove the panels as
described in the Upgrades and Options chapter.
2. Move the CMOS Clear jumper J1B to pins 2-3 (see
Figure 4-2).
3. Turn the system on and wait for the POST to
complete. This will automatically reprogram the
CMOS NVRAM to the default settings.
4. Power off the system.
5. Move the CMOS Clear jumper to from pins 2-3 to
pins 1-2.
6. Replace the panels and power on the system.
7. Run the Setup Utility to configure your system.
To clear and change the password:
1. Power off the system and remove the panels as
described in the Upgrades and Options chapter.
2. Move the Password Clear jumper J2B to pins 2-3 (see
Figure 4-2).
3. Power on the system and wait for POST to complete.
This automatically clears the old password.
4. Power off the system.
5. Move the Password Clear jumper back to pins 1- 2.
6. Replace the panels and power on the system.
7. To specify a new password run the Setup Utility as
described earlier in this chapter.
Configuring Your System
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