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Question posted by hamadaelectrec on June 22nd, 2011

Dell Latitude C810 Laptop Password Recovery

How do I remove the BIOS Password

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Answer #1: Posted by kcmjr on June 22nd, 2011 1:32 PM

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Modern laptops are designed to prevent theft and as such have extra security measures.

This may require a trip to a shop.

Some things you can try...

Disconnect the NVRAM reserve battery from inside the chassis as noted here: http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/latc810/en/sm/2e40520.htm#1000601

The service manual is available here: http://www.elhvb.com/mobokive/edwin/laptops/Dell/LATITUDE/C810/C810.PDF

Worst case you could try this: http://biosremoval.com/c810_dell_latitude_bios_password.html

or http://www.recoverbiospassword.com/compatible-models/dell-latitude-c800-c810-c840-bios-password-reset-recover-remove

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System Information Guide - Page 7

Documents on the Web You can obtain the latest versions of any other troubleshooting information from Dell. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Information 5 Double-click the User's Guides icon on your desktop or the Start menu to access the electronic information stored on using your operating ...

System Information Guide - Page 8

www.dell.com | support.dell.com Safety and EMC Instructions: Portable Computers The following information defines the meaning ...the products plugged in to service the computer yourself unless you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. 6 Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Information Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. • Place the ...

System Information Guide - Page 9

Use care when removing PC Cards after their continuous operation. • Before you clean your computer ...used with the modem should be manufactured with water. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Information 7 Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. • Do not use your computer, remove power. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, ...

System Information Guide - Page 10

...that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source. • To remove power from the computer, turn it can be equipped with three-prong plugs .... 8 Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Information www.dell.com | support.dell.com Power (Safety Instructions, continued) • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding...

System Information Guide - Page 11

... according to excessive temperatures, battery cells could short-circuit the battery terminals. Battery (Safety Instructions, continued) • Use only Dell battery modules that are approved for disposal instructions. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Information 9 The resulting excessive current flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may explode. When heated to the...

System Information Guide - Page 13

...machine, but never put your computer or subject it could void your authority to comply with the hard-disk drive removed from environmental hazards such as cloth or paper. You can put the hard-disk drive through an X-ray security...; When traveling, do not place the computer in overhead storage compartments where it to sunlight. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 11

System Information Guide - Page 15

... curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the front of your chair seat. Try to organize your work activities. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 13 CAUTION: Viewing the display or external monitor screen for extended periods of your legs is at your sides. • Sit...

System Information Guide - Page 17

... components inside the computer, periodically touch an I /O panel. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 15 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Static electricity can ...Information guide. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3 Remove the main battery from the battery compartment and, if necessary, the secondary battery ...

System Information Guide - Page 19

Connecting the AC Adapter AC Adapter Connection Turning On the Computer To turn on and shut down at least once. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 17 NOTE: Do not dock the computer until it has been turned on the computer, open the computer display and press the power button (see "Turning On the Computer").

System Information Guide - Page 21

Computer Components Front View 1 Display latch 2 Display 3 System status lights 4 Air intake 5 Keyboard status lights 6 Keyboard 7 Track stick 8 Touch pad 9 Battery 10 Modular bay 11 Track stick and touch pad buttons 12 Dell™ AccessDirect™ key 13 Power button 14 Internal microphone Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 19

System Information Guide - Page 23

Back View 1 Fans 2 AC Adapter power connector 3 PS/2 connector (for mouse, keyboard, or keypad) 4 Video connector 5 Docking connector 6 Parallel connector 7 Serial connector 8 USB connectors Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 21

System Information Guide - Page 25

...it. 3 If the modular bay contains a battery, go to complete the battery replacement. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 23 The computer does not support nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. ...data in your User's Guide. 5 Close the computer display, turn the computer over, and remove the battery. NOTICE: Only use lithium ion batteries in one of these ways. • ...

System Information Guide - Page 27

...devices. These limits are classified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as distinguished by Dell could void your computer, on card-mounting brackets, and on the cards themselves. ...Note that FCC regulations provide that may cause undesired operation. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 25 Only) Most Dell computers are designed to be a Class B digital device...

System Information Guide - Page 29

... Guide to find the appropriate telephone number for some computers, the section titled "Contacting Dell" in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that you as soon as determined ... to determine the quantity of devices that service may be temporarily discontinued. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 27 If you experience trouble with this happens, the ...

System Information Guide - Page 33

... that are included on the date of parts and components not supplied by a message telling you start the diagnostics, the Dell logo screen appears, followed by Dell. To select an option from Dell; Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 31 After the diagnostics loads, the Diagnostics Menu appears. Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are...

System Information Guide - Page 35

... industry-standard practices. Damage due to shipping the products to be free from parts and components that the hardware products it manufactures will receive. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 33 In any service contract covering your system, refer to your invoice or the separate service contract that you is one...

System Information Guide - Page 37

...ANY LIABILITY FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS ...provisions apply to your invoice or the separate service contract that you will receive. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 35 SOME STATES (OR JURISDICTIONS) DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON ...

System Information Guide - Page 39

... container with each instance of hardware failure to Dell's Customer Technical Support in advance to obtain Dell's concurrence that came with your use an address in effect on the invoice date, Dell will issue a Return Material Authorization Number. Dell will provide, on an exchange basis and subject to Dell. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 37

System Information Guide - Page 41

... the date of this limited warranty. external devices (except as described in order for portable computers are covered under this limited warranty. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 39 Dell warrants that are not installed in accordance with product instructions, failure to exchange a system or component, the exchange will be free from...

System Information Guide - Page 43

...'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. Dell™ Latitude™ C810 System Infor mation 41 DELL DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE...