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TP 365C/CS/CD/CSD/E/ED - Removing passwords

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Passwords
The Passwords are security features that are used to protect the system and the hard disk data from unauthorized access. There are two types of passwords:
User Password
Supervisor Password

How to Disable the Passwords

The following procedure disables both passwords.
1. Power-off the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC Adapter.
3. Open the keyboard and remove the battery pack.
4. Remove the Mylar cover.
5. Locate the S2 switch block on the system board.
6. Set Switch 1 to Off.
7. Wait 30 seconds.
8. Set Switch 1 to On.
9. Replace the Mylar cover.
10. Replace the battery. 11. Connect the AC Adapter.
12. Power-on the computer.
13. Go to a DOS full screen.
14. Press Ctrl+Alt+F11 to access the setup screen and reset the passwords.

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General Information

Date Created

22-07-96

Last Updated

19-08-98

Revision Date

18-08-99

Brand

IBM ThinkPad

Product Family

ThinkPad 365C/CS, ThinkPad 365CD/CSD, ThinkPad 365E/ED

Machine Type

2625

Model

Various

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