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Using Passwords
Changing a Supervisor Password
To change your supervisor password:
1
Turn off the computer and wait at least 5 seconds; then turn it
on.
2
Start Easy-Setup.
To start Easy-Setup, press and hold F1 and turn on the
computer.
3
Type your
current supervisor password at the power-on
prompt ( ); then press Enter.
4
Select the Password icon from the Easy-Setup menu.
5
Select the Supervisor icon; then type your
current supervisor
password and press the Spacebar.
A window appears so you can enter a new password.
6
Type the
new password; then press Enter.
7
Type the new password again for verification; then press
Enter.
Do Not Forget Your Supervisor Password!
Note the password and keep it in a safe place.
If you forget your supervisor password, you have to take the
computer to an IBM authorized reseller or IBM marketing
representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of
purchase is required, and an additional charge might be required
for the service.
If you forget your supervisor password, there is
no way to reset
your password or recover data from the hard disk. Neither
an IBM authorized reseller nor IBM marketing representative can
make the hard disk drive usable.
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