Password protection – Lenovo 5354 User Manual

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Password protection

To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility
program to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are prompted
to type the password. The computer cannot be used until a valid password is
typed in. Refer to Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 37 for more
information.

Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS)

This section provides instructions on how to erase lost or forgotten passwords,
such as a user password.

To erase lost or forgotten passwords, do the following:
1.

Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 12.

2.

Locate the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper on the system board. See “Locating
parts on the system board” on page 10.

3.

Move the jumper from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the
maintenance position (pin 2 and pin 3).

4.

Reinstall the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Completing the
parts replacement” on page 24.

5.

Turn on the computer and leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Then, turn
off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately five seconds.

6.

Repeat step 1 and step 2.

Figure 24. Integrated cable lock

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