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Old 04-29-2008, 02:08 PM   #1
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Dell 1505 laptop need password reset

I bought a used Dell Inspiron E1505 laptop. I can not get into the computer without a password. I don't have the password.
 
Old 04-29-2008, 02:15 PM   #2
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bios/cmos password linux password? windows password?

if its bios/cmos just leave the battery out for a while (works on desktops at least) if its linux i think you can boot from a live cd and change the password in the shadow or passwd file, if windows try safe mode and logging in as administrator or reinstalling os
 
  


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