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Question posted by Cicibugg727 on July 20th, 2021

How To Reset Hdd Password

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Answer #1: Posted by hzplj9 on July 20th, 2021 4:38 AM
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Try this you tube video.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=H05uwzXXd2g&t=3s

And maybe this one.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkwMdsOwP8g


Hope that solves your dilemma.

Answer #2: Posted by SonuKumar on July 20th, 2021 7:31 AM
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Dell Mini 1012 BIOS HDD Password Option: Is a Master & User Password Set ?

Hi,

I've recently upgraded to an Intel 530 SSD in my Dell mini 1012. It makes the notebook much better.

I've now set a HDD Password via the BIOS option (BIOS version A12). I've read a little about Master and User HDD passwords, and I would like to know if this BIOS option only sets a user or master or both passwords ?

If the user password is set to what I have entered, does the BIOS also generate a master password ?

If a "Dell generated" Master password has also been set, how can I ensure there is no back door to unlock my SSD ? I believe the master password can be setup to only allow a secure erase, and not unlock the SSD. Can I set this up, when I only know the user password ?

I want my Dell Mini 1012 to unlock it's SSD with only the password I have entered. Its OK if there is a second master password, as long as this password can only do an erase, and can't unlock my SSD for someone else to use.

Thanks

https://www.dell.com/community/Laptops-General-Read-Only/Dell-Mini-1012-BIOS-HDD-Password-Option-Is-a-Master-User/td-p/4524601

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkwMdsOwP8g


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Comprehensive Specifications - Page 1

... 512 KB 533 MHz and 667 MHz Intel NM10 Express Chipset 64 bits single channel 64-bit buses 2 MB 32 bits 32 bits Dell™ Inspiron1012: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start →...
Service Manual - Page 1

...P04T001 January 2010 Rev. A00 All rights reserved. Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Memory Module Hard-Drive ...Assembly Palm Rest Assembly Power Button Board Touch Pad Module Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Processor Heat Sink Wireless Mini...
Service Manual - Page 2

... that shipped with the slots in Before You Begin. 2. Removing the Battery 1. Back to the unlock position. 4. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™...
Service Manual - Page 3

... correctly oriented and aligned. As you turn off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 3. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides procedures for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the...
Service Manual - Page 5

... of the menu. Click Confirm. 4. Go to Contents Page Click Enter a Service Tag. Click Download Now to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual 1. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. If you have selected a different model and want to your computer is titled the same...
Service Manual - Page 6

... 1. Replace the hard-drive assembly (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 6. Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the Bluetooth card...
Service Manual - Page 8

... repairs on your warranty. Removing the Camera Module 1. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 7. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by...
Service Manual - Page 10

... the computer. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on the system board...
Service Manual - Page 11

... provided in the kit to ensure that secure the processor heat sink to the system board. Back to Contents Page Processor Heat Sink Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heat Sink Replacing the Processor Heat Sink WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is...
Service Manual - Page 13

... cable routing and remove the cable from step 2 to step 17 in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page AC Adapter Connector Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the AC Adapter Connector Replacing the AC Adapter Connector WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not...
Service Manual - Page 15

... to servicing that shipped with your computer). Damage due to the computer base. 1 screw 8. Open the display. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Cable Display Panel Bracket WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is...
Service Manual - Page 22

... drive is On or in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Back to Contents Page Hard-Drive Assembly Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your warranty. Do not remove the hard drive while...
Service Manual - Page 24

... by your computer. Damage due to servicing that secure the hinge cover to the computer base. 4. Back to Contents Page Hinge Cover Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Hinge Cover Replacing the Hinge Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your warranty...
Service Manual - Page 26

... or by your computer. Remove the left support bracket (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page I/O Board Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I /O Board 1. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the I /O board. 1 status light board cable...
Service Manual - Page 28

... at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Turn the computer over and place it from the tabs on your computer. Failure to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery...
Service Manual - Page 30

... the Status Light Board 1. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Back to Contents Page Status Light Board Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Status Light Board Replacing the Status Light Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with...
Service Manual - Page 32

... has one user-accessible SODIMM connector. Lift the memory module cover off the palm rest assembly. Back to Contents Page Memory Module Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module Replacing the Memory Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the memory module...
Service Manual - Page 35

... card is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer). Removing the Mini-Card(s) 1. Back to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Card(s) Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the Mini-Card(s) Replacing the Mini-Card(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the...
Service Manual - Page 49

... You Begin. 2. Remove the Bluetooth™ card (see Removing the Mini-Card(s)). 10. Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see Removing the Bluetooth Card). 8. Disconnect the AC adapter connector...see Removing the Processor Heat Sink). 9. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron1012 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in the...
Setup Guide - Page 37

...data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online Backup may not be available in all regions.... that helps protect your computer using a password-protected account. To schedule backups: 1. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds.

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