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How Do You Clear BIOS Password Protection On A Dell Latitude C510?

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How Do You Clear BIOS Password Protection On A Dell Latitude C510?

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If your Dell Latitude C510 has a BIOS password that is preventing you from accessing your computer, you can clear the password by physically disconnecting the reserve battery for the motherboard. Disconnecting the reserve battery will reset BIOS settings such as password protection by clearing the BIOS memory modules. Once the BIOS password has been reset, you will be able to use your laptop normally. Shut down your Dell Latitude C510 and remove all peripherals from the computer. Unplug the AC adapter and remove all batteries from the case. Close the display and flip the laptop upside down. Unscrew the five screws marked “K” from the bottom of the computer. Unscrew the fastener screw from the hard drive bay door and slide the hard drive out of the computer. Flip the computer right side up and open the display. Insert a flat head screwdriver or plastic scribe into the plastic tab above the “Page Up” key. Gently pry away the center control cover that protects the hinges, working from rig

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