Resetting Password on Inspiron 2650

Question

I have recently purchased an Inspiron 2650 Laptop because the former owner was tired of it not working at all. It gets stuck in a repeating boot sequence. Well, I purchased it, and tried going into the BIOS, and it asks for a password. The former owner has no idea what it is, and I have no way of updating the BIOS either to get the chance to get in it. I need help. I need to know how to reset the password. I cannot locate a CMOS battery or anything. Please help. Thank you.

bacillus · Answer

Looks like you're in dire straits as you need the password in order to disable it from BIOS.
The alternative is to contact Dell for a master password but in order for them to supply you with one you will need to prove ownership of the laptop.

dj_cool · Answer

Consider contacting the E-Mail support first, it might be faster. Get the registration information from the previous owner (Name and telephone number or address as on account) and contact E-Mail support or phone support, whichever you find convenient.

NemesisDB · Answer

can you describe the repeating boot sequence?  chances are nothing you change in the bios will help...

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