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Updating the BIOS

Resetting BIOS passwords

To reset BIOS password(s), you must either reset and clear all BIOS settings, or use the

Password Clear jumper (J4A1). To clear BIOS settings, follow the instructions in “Resetting

the BIOS” on page 158.

To clear the BIOS passwords using the password clear jumper:

1 Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cords and all other cables connected

to the server.

2 Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 66.

3 Remove the jumper across pins 1-2 of header J4A1, then place the jumper across

pins 2-3.

4 Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 72.

5 Reconnect the power cords and turn on the server. The BIOS password(s) is cleared.

6 Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cords and all other cables connected

to the server.

Caution

Moving the jumper while the power is on can damage your server.

Always turn off the server and unplug the power cords and all other

cables before changing the jumper.

J8C1 J8C2 J8C3

FRB3

Disable

BMC

Reset

FWHID

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