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June 19th, 2018 23:00
E4310 BIOS-Password reset
I secured my E4310 with my Fingerprint (on Boot) and by mistake (i don't remember i've done it) i have been setting a BIOS Password.
But i can't remember it. Now only i can boot the laptop and if (for some reason) my fingerprint gets temporarly destroyed i can't use it which is bad. Sometimes i need to try 10 times for it to recognize my fingerprint, probably i've been doing something wrong during initial scan
So i searched for a solution online and found a solution to reset the EEPROM, but i am unable to find it on my Laptop. I am a professional, but sadly the previous owner doesn't have any records to prove that he is the legitimate owner.
But only I can boot it with MY fingerprint, so it can't be fraud right?
Are there any documents where the EEPROM is located?
Or any other way to reset the Password?
Thank you very much, you'll save my day if you can help me :)
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June 20th, 2018 03:00
If you cannot verify your ownership of the system, you will need to replace the mainboard. This is such an old system now that prices on complete, used systems are well under $100 -- which will likely be cheaper. Just make sure any replacement you buy carries a no-password guarantee.