Gateway E-9220T - Manual (Page 74)

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Resetting the BIOS
9
Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 37 .
10
Reconnect the power cords and turn on the server. The BIOS memory is cleared.
11
Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cords and all other cables connected
to the server.
12
Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 30
13
Place the jumper back onto pins 1-2.
14
Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 37 .
15
Turn on the server. A message appears saying that the CMOS Date and Time are not set.
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Press F1 to reset the BIOS to factory default settings.
Resetting BIOS passwords
To reset BIOS password(s), you must either reset and clear all BIOS settings, or use the
Password Clear jumper. To reset BIOS passwords, follow the instructions in
“Resetting the
BIOS” on page 68 .
To clear the BIOS password(s):
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 30 .
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.