Resetting A Lost Password; Hardware Problems - HP Netserver LP2000r Service Manual

Chapter 4

Resetting a Lost Password

If you have forgotten the Power-on password, you can reset it using the configuration switch on the system
board.
NOTE
1. Turn off power to the HP Netserver.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Move switch 3 in the configuration switch on the system board (labeled "Clear Password") to the
ON position.
4. Turn on power to the Netserver and allow it to complete its startup routine.
The old password will be erased.
5. Turn off power to the Netserver.
6. Return switch 3 on the system board to the OFF position.
7. Replace the Netserver cover.
8. Turn on power to the Netserver and allow it to begin its startup routine.
9. If you wish to set a password again, press [F2] to start the Setup Utility.
10. Set the new password.
11. Choose the Exit option and save the changes to save the new password.

Hardware Problems

This section describes what to do if you have problems with your monitor, mass storage devices, printer,
accessory boards, keyboard, or mouse.
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Shaded rectangle
represents the position
of switch.
Configuration Switch Positions
If you have forgotten the Power-on password, your Netserver will function normally,
but you will not be able to access the configuration settings in the Setup Utility or
complete the boot process if you reboot the Netserver.
Rear of Chassis
Not Used (Default = Off)
BIOS Recovery
Clear Password
Clear CMOS
Not Used (Default = Off)
Open = Off Closed = On
Diagnostics