Intel Desktop Board DQ45CBProduct Guide - English

Intel Desktop Board DQ45CB Product Guide

Table 15. Jumper Settings for the BIOS Setup Program Modes

Jumper Setting Mode Description

Normal (default) (1-2) The BIOS uses the current configuration and

passwords for booting.

Configure (2-3) After the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs, the

BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this

menu to clear passwords.

Recovery (None) The BIOS recovers data in the event of a failed

BIOS update.

Clearing or Changing Passwords

This section describes how to clear or change the BIOS security passwords (user and

supervisor).

This procedure assumes that the board is installed in the computer and the

configuration jumper block is set to normal mode.

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 29.

2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the

computer.

Turn off the computer.

Disconnect the computer’s power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or

power adapter).

3. Remove the computer cover.

4. Find the configuration jumper block (see Figure 26).

5. Place the jumper on pins 2-3 as shown

below.

6. Replace the cover, plug in the computer, turn on the computer, and allow it to

boot.

7. The computer starts the Setup program. Setup displays the Maintenance menu.

8. Use the arrow keys to select Clear Passwords. Press <Enter> and Setup displays a

pop-up screen requesting that you confirm clearing the password. Select Yes and

press <Enter>. Setup displays the maintenance menu again.