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How do I remove a power-on password
Name: henny Date: July 5, 2005 at 01:29:39 Pacific OS: Win XP CPU/Ram: Intel
Comment:
How do I remove a power-on password on a Compaq Presario 2500? It runs on a Phoenix Bios 4 Release 6
I tried removing the CMOS battery but that didn't help, and it won't boot onto a live CD
Name: Rimfire Date: July 5, 2005 at 01:47:57 Pacific
Reply:
Removing the cmos battery on it's own won't help. You will also need to remove the main battery and the mains connection. Sometimes 2 minutes will be enough although some systems will require a few hours, if not overnight.
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Response Number 2
Name: Curt R Date: July 5, 2005 at 05:03:14 Pacific
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Check your motherboard manual or call Compaq tech support (I hope you have lots of time and patience). If there is a CMOS jumper for removing the password, one or the other will tell you where it is and how to clear the password.
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Response Number 3
Name: Richard59 Date: July 5, 2005 at 05:47:03 Pacific
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Power-on passwords on laptops generally cannot be removed by disconnecting the battery, nor is there an accessible reset jumper like you find in desktops. They are made that way to deter theft. Call the manufacturer and be prepared to provide proof of ownership before they will help you unlock it.
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Response Number 4
Name: Dragon306 Date: July 5, 2005 at 06:32:40 Pacific
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