Removing an Unknown Power-on Password (Server 325-Pxx, RBx)



  Removing an Unknown Power-on Password

When a power-on password is set, the POST does not complete until you enter the password. If you forget the power-on password, you can regain access to the server in the following ways:


Removing the Power-On Password when Keylock is Installed

 
  1.  Locate the Clear CMOS jumper (J23, pin 7)
  2.  Verify that the keylock is connected to the system board. If no keylock is installed, go  to 'Removing the Power-On Password When Keylock is Not Installed' (see below)
  3.  Add a jumper to pins 2 and 3 (the pins furthest away from the microprocessor board).
  4.  Replace the server cover and reconnect all external cables and power cords.
  5.  Power-on the server, then, close and lock the server door.
  6.  Power-off the server, and remove the cables.
  7.  Remove the jumper from jumper J23-7, if you moved the jumper earlier, replace it in its original position.
  8.  Replace the server cover and reconnect all external cables and power cords.
  9.  Power-on the server and use the Configuration/Setup utility programs to enter a new password and reconfigure the server.

NOTE: The administrator password is not affected by this jumper.


Removing the Power-On Password when Keylock is Not Installed

 


  1.  locate the battery on the system board.
  2.  Use one finger to lift the battery clip over the battery.
  3.  Use one finger to slightly slide the battery out from under the battery clip. (The spring  mechanism behind the battery will push it out toward you as you slide it forward.)
  4.  Use your thumb and index finger to pull the battery from under the battery clip.
  5.  Ensure that the battery clip is touching the base of the battery socket by pressing gently on the clip.
  6.  Reinstall the battery:

    1.  Lift the battery clip.
    2.  Tilt the battery and slide it under the battery clip.
    3.  As you slide the battery under the clip, press the battery into the socket.

  7.  Reinstall the server cover and complete the installation.
  8.  Start the Configuration/Setup utility program and reset the configuration parameters as needed (see  'Configuration/Setup Utility Main Menu'.

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