Configuring Password Security And Resetting Cmos; Preparing To Configure Passwords; Resetting The Password Jumper - HP Xw4600 - Workstation - 2 GB RAM Technical Reference Manual

8 Configuring password security and
resetting CMOS
This chapter describes how to configure password security and to reset CMOS, and includes these
topics:
Preparing to configure passwords on page 155
Resetting the password jumper on page 155
Resetting the password jumper on page 155

Preparing to configure passwords

The Computer Setup (F10) Utility enables you to create setup and power-on passwords.
When a power-on password is set, the power-on password is required to access the computer.
If a setup password is set, either the setup password or the power-on password can be used to access
the system; but, only the setup password can be used to access the Computer Setup (F10) Utility.
When both passwords are created, the setup password can also be used in place of the power-on
password as an override to log into the workstation (a useful feature for a network administrator).
If you forget a password, follow the Resetting the password jumper instructions in the following section.

Resetting the password jumper

To disable the power-on or setup password features and clear the power-on and setup passwords:
WARNING!
disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool before
touching.
CAUTION:
system board even when the workstation is turned off. Failure to disconnect the power cord can result
in damage to the system.
CAUTION:
equipment. Before beginning these procedures, be sure that you are discharged of static electricity by
briefly touching a grounded metal object.
1. Shut down the operating system, and then power off the workstation and any external devices.
Disconnect the workstation power cord and any external devices from the power outlets.
2. Disconnect the keyboard, monitor, and any other external devices that are connected to the
workstation.
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Topics
To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and hot surfaces, be sure to
When the workstation is plugged in, the power supply always has voltage applied to the
Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the workstation or optional
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