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    x61 with protected hdd - simply install new hdd?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by pascoa, Nov 13, 2012.

  1. pascoa

    pascoa Newbie

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    I am thinking of buying a used X61 that has been used in an office environment. As a result the hdd is protected and I cannot use it. Would I simply be able to replace the HDD, or are other steps required?
     
    pascoa, Nov 13, 2012
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  2. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    Make sure it doesn't have a BIOS password as well, but otherwise replacing the HDD should work.
     
    Commander Wolf, Nov 13, 2012
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    power7 Notebook Evangelist

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    power7, Nov 13, 2012
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Well, you'll need to install/replace the OS in some fashion.
     
    ZaZ, Nov 13, 2012
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  5. ajkula66

    ajkula66 Courage and Consequence

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    Very true.

    If the HDD is actually locked by a password/passphrase, you can be almost certain that the BIOS is as well.

    To verify the aforementioned condition, pull the hard drive out, start the machine and press F1, enter BIOS and explore security settings...everything password/passphrase related should appear as disabled...

    Good luck.
     
    ajkula66, Nov 13, 2012
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