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TP T22 BIOS PASSWORD HELP

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by theflipside

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I need help!! Bought this laptop and didnt check it, i had to buy a new hard drive, memory and now it still dosent let me in to the bios. It is lock with a password. Can anybody help?

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by timwalsh

Here is IBM's policy on BIOS passwords:

From the T22 Service and Troubleshooting Guide:

"If you forgot your power-on password, you have to take your computer to an IBM reseller or marketing representative to have the password
canceled.

If you forgot your hard disk password, IBM will not reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to an IBM reseller or an IBM marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and an additional charge might be required for the service.

If you forgot your supervisor password, IBM will not reset your password. You must take your computer to an IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and an additional charge might be required for the service."

Your ONLY other choice is here:

http://www.pwcrack.com/security_chips_ibm.shtml

If you go this route, be VERY sure of your soldering skills.
Good luck.

by abarney

try removing the keyboard and top cover, disconnect the cmos battery wait a few moments plug the battery back in and see if it clears the password. it could save you some hassels

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