Dell OptiPlex GX1 - Manual (Page 37)

Using the System Setup Program: Dell OptiPlex GX1 and GX1p Midsize Managed PC Systems
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Refer to " Jumpers " for jumper information and for the location of the password jumper (labeled
"PSWD") on the system board.
3. Replace the computer cover.
4. Reconnect your computer and peripherals to their power sources, and then turn them on.
Booting your system with the PSWD jumper plug removed erases the existing password(s).
5. Enter the System Setup program and verify that the password is disabled. Proceed to step 6 if
you want to assign a new password.
NOTE: Before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must replace the PSWD
jumper plug.
6. Remove the computer cover according to the instructions in " Removing the Computer Cover ."
7. Replace the PSWD jumper plug.
8. Replace the computer cover, and then reconnect the computer and peripherals to their power
sources and turn them on.
Booting with the PSWD jumper installed reenables the password feature. When you enter the System
Setup program, both password options appear as Not Enabled, meaning that the password feature is
enabled but that no password has been assigned.
9. Assign a new system and/or setup password.
To assign a new system password, see " Assigning a System Password ." To assign a new setup
password, see " Assigning a Setup Password ."
Responding to Error Messages
If an error message appears on your monitor screen while the system is booting, make note of the message.
Then, before entering the System Setup program, refer to your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for an
explanation of the message and suggestions for correcting any errors. However, it is normal to receive an
error message the first time you boot the system after a memory upgrade. In that case, you do not need to
refer to the Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide; instead, refer to the instructions in "
Adding Memory ."
If you are given an option of pressing either <F1> to continue or <F2> to run the System Setup program,
press <F2>.
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