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    Reset Bios Password dv6000 and Vista Password reset

    Discussion in 'HP' started by SINternet, Jul 21, 2009.

  1. SINternet

    SINternet Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi All,

    Got a Customer that had a BIOS password that they couldn't remember and a HD filled with crap that Recovery was the best option so.......

    Removed Main Battery.
    Disconnected RTC Battery
    Press Power Button

    No waiting period

    Install Main Battery.
    Power On and Viola! BIOS access!

    Turn off and reconnect RTC battery. Put cover back on.

    Use NT Offline Password reset to remove Microsoft Passwords. Works great. Awesome Helpdesk tool.

    SIN
     
    SINternet, Jul 21, 2009
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