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System Utilities 2-9
NOTE: NOTE :
When prompted to enter password, three attempts are allowed before
system halts. Resetting BIOS password may require computer be returned
to dealer.
Setting a Password
0
Perform the following to set user or supervisor passwords:
1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the
Set Supervisor Password
parameter and
press
Enter
. The
Set Supervisor Password
dialog box appears.
NOTE: NOTE :
To change an existing password, refer to
Changing a Password
.
Figure 2-4. Set Supervisor Password
2. Type a new password in the
Enter New Password
field. Passwords are not case
sensitive and the length must not exceed 12 alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9).
Retype the password in the
Confirm New Password
field.
IMPORTANT
:
+
Use care when typing a password. Characters do not appear on the
screen.
3. Press
Enter
. After setting the password, the computer sets the
User Password
parameter t
o
Set
.
NOTE:
NOTE
:
Password on Boot must be set to
Enabled
to activate password feature
.
4. Press
F10
to save changes and exit
BIOS Setup Utility
.
Removing a Password
0
Perform the following:
1. Use the
↑
and
↓
keys to highlight the
Set Supervisor Password
and press
Enter
.
The
Set Supervisor Password
dialog box appears:
Figure 2-5. Set Supervisor Password