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04-14-2015, 06:46 AM
(This post was last modified: 04-14-2015, 06:47 AM by Spot.)
Howdy All,
Have a Toshiba Laptop S50T-B Model Number PSPQ8A-008008 loaded with Windows 8 however the former owner (now deceased) had set a BIOS password which is preventing the system from booting.
Any advice on being able to get into the BIOS to remove or reset the password would be much appreciated, machine isn't fitted with an optical drive.
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04-14-2015, 11:41 AM
(This post was last modified: 04-14-2015, 11:43 AM by Compton.)
you can try taking out the cmos battery or clear the jumper switch for the bois
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This is not a easy task for the average user. You will need to get schematics for that motherboard. There will normally be two solder pads which you can use to jumper or short to clear BIOS/CMOS Password. They are normally located under the Wi-Fi & Memory slot cover, sometimes under stickers. (but they can be located in other locations, hence why you need schematics)
Remember:
1. Remove Battery
2. Remove Mains Adapter
3. Remove Wi-Fi card (only in some cases)
4. Short for 30 seconds.
5. System should then shutdown automatically.
6. Now turn Laptop back on, the password should be removed.
It can be a nightmare for the average user if you have no experience in BIOS password removal.
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