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104 System Setup
Clearing CMOS Passwords
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to
clear the password setting.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on your computer).
1
Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2
Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 18.
3
Locate the 3-pin CMOS reset jumper (CMOSCLR1) on the system board.
See "System Board Components" on page 14.
4
Remove the 2-pin jumper plug from pins 2 and 3 and fix it on pins 1 and 2.
CMOSCLR1
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