Managing a BIOS administrator password
A setup password is set, changed, and deleted in Computer Setup.
To manage, set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:
1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing esc while the
“Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.
3. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Setup Password, and then press enter.
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To set a BIOS administrator password, type your password in the New password and Verify
new password fields, and then press f10.
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To change a setup password, type your current password in the Old password field, type a
new password in the New password and Verify new password fields, and then press f10.
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To delete a BIOS administrator password, type your current password in the Old password
field, and then press f10.
4. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then follow
the instructions on the screen.
Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts.
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