Hmmm Are we in trouble?

[Teego]

OK,

a firend is on his way over after trying to install windows on his new computer......

There seems to be a BIOS password being asked for at bootup.
They have no idea why that is or what that passowrd may be.

First question , is there a way to reset a motherboard
by like pulling the battery or something ?

Is there an easy way to reset this BIOS password?

I have no clue yet as to the type of mother board, all I know is it is a new computer received on Friday.

 

[Tates]

You may have already done this, but check the manual that came with the MB or the manufacturer website. For example, my MB, an Asus CUSL2-C, provides for such an occurance.

Good Luck....

 

[Teego]

Well, the computer isn't here quite yet but I would be surprized if there was a manual with it.

I'll figure out the type of board and then search online for the manual and the solution to the bios password.

 

[TumBO]

Once you get the motherboard, check on the manufacture's website and see if you can find a manual online. Look for the option to clear the CMOS. Good luck.

 

[Teego]

FYI, pulling the battery removes the CMOS battery.

 

[Regalk]

If it is a new computer - why are you messing with it - call the dealer or whoever you bought it from. I find this strange since this "new" computer may be a used.