IBM ThinkPad A21m ....BIOS Password....

[Souka]

IBM THINKPAD A21M


Previous user set a BIOS password that we don't know what it is. IBM says they "must replace the system board" in order to fix this. They also told me, at the same time, that removing the CMOS battery will not erase the password and will void my warranty. (to remove the battery is a b*tch...it's buried deep in the laptop).


So I ask you....is there a way to remove the BIOS password without replacing the system board or paying IBM $800 for a new board?


Thanks!!

I'd be amazed anyone even replies to this question....

 

[Slikkster]

Try this, and let us know if it works:

KillCmos utility for erasing passwords in bios

 

[Souka]

Neato...will try it.

Also not sure if I was clear with this....I can use the system normally, just can't get into the BIOS to change things like prepherial boot order, etc....