Installing and Replacing Server Board Components
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Intel
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Server Board S1200KP Product Guide
The three-pin BIOS jumper block enables board configuration to be done in the BIOS Setup
program. Table 9 shows the jumper settings for the BIOS Setup program modes.
Table 9. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes
Jumper Setting
Mode
Description
Normal (default) (1-2)
The BIOS uses the current configuration and
passwords for booting.
Configure (2-3)
After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS
displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this menu to
clear passwords.
Recovery (None)
The BIOS recovers data in the event of a failed BIOS
update.
Clearing Passwords
This procedure assumes that the board is installed in the computer and the configuration jumper
block is set to normal mode.
1.
Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 18.
2.
Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer. Disconnect
the computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter).
3.
Remove the computer cover.
4.
Find the configuration jumper block (see Figure 21).
5.
Place the jumper on pins 2-3 as shown below.
6.
Replace the cover, plug in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to boot.
7.
The computer starts the Setup program. Setup displays the Maintenance menu.
8.
Use the arrow keys to select Clear Passwords. Press <Enter> and Setup displays a pop-up
screen requesting that you confirm clearing the password. Select “Yes” and press <Enter>.
Setup displays the maintenance menu again.
9.
Press <F10> to save the current values and exit Setup.
10.
Turn off the computer. Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power source.
11.
Remove the computer cover.
12.
To restore normal operation, place the jumper on pins 1-2 as shown below.
