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[dalejrrocks]

Ok. Here's something interesting. I got an official manual from the tech guy that describes almost every screw in the notebook. Here's an exerpt from it:

1–4 Maintenance and Service Guide
Product Description
1.2 Resetting the Computer
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown password,
follow these steps to clear the password. These steps also
clear CMOS:
1. Enter an incorrect password and press enter.
2. Repeat Step 1 two times.
After the third entry of the incorrect password, the computer
responds with a “System Disabled” message and provides an
override password.
3. Access MS/DOS by clicking Start > All Programs >
Accessories > Command Prompt.
4. Enter “unlock6 xxxxx 0,” where “xxxxx” is the password
generated by the computer in Step 2.
The computer responds with another system-generated
password. This password can be used to reset the computer
and clear all CMOS settings.

And I followed the first 3 steps fine, but on the third step it says: "unlock6 is not recognized as an internal or external command, operble program or batch file."

So I have no idea why it doesn't work. Any ideas?

[nullkraft]

And I followed the first 3 steps fine, but on the third step it says: "unlock6 is not recognized as an internal or external command, operble program or batch file."

So I have no idea why it doesn't work. Any ideas?

That's not a regular DOS program so it was probably included only with the original HP system install. However, you can try a software solution like killcmos. From the site http://www.majorgeek...wnload2969.html they say

"KillCMOS basically resets your computer's CMOS settings to the factory defaults. Works with ALL CMOS. KiLLCMOS only changes checksums & values that makes the motherboard CMOS revert back to factory defaults."

You MUST read the directions for this to work properly.

[dalejrrocks]

I know that. But I still have the original HP Install. I didn't delete any of HP's system or recovery files.

[I-baLL]

You sure that it's an HP manual that you're reading? Is there a document number or anything for it?

[dalejrrocks]

Yeah, I am sure. lol. It has HP's logo an dv8000 series all over it. But It's focused on AMD Turion based dv8000z, so that may be a problem. I'll go see if I can get a dv8000t one.

[operat0r]

They have exe's for windows clearcmos.exe err clrcmos.exe ( most the time work )

[Booter]

You may try 'updating' the BIOS. Here is where you can find more info on updating the BIOS. Even if yours is up to date; when doing the BIOS update should wipe the old stuff out and start it from new again. This should clear out any BIOS passwords that you have.

[dalejrrocks]

That was one of the first things I tried. I didn't work. It kept the old password. I am going to try that KillCmos app.

[I-baLL]

That was one of the first things I tried. I didn't work. It kept the old password. I am going to try that KillCmos app.

So you haven't tried taking the cmos battery out for 5 minutes?

[Xylene]

Was there ever a resolution to this problem ???

[tortan]

Start the computer up and see what type of BIOS you have...(whether it be AWARD or PHOENIX...etc)


Then google search " _brand_ default bios password"


All BIOS's have factory passwords for this reason.

[dalejrrocks]

Ok, I found what unlock6 is. It's a utility made by one of HP's partners and you can get it from http://www.hp.com/partners/csn. I assume that you have to have a login id and password. Anyone want to help? I would appreciate that very much.

[I-baLL]

Ok, I found what unlock6 is. It's a utility made by one of HP's partners and you can get it from http://www.hp.com/partners/csn. I assume that you have to have a login id and password. Anyone want to help? I would appreciate that very much.

Dude, did you actualy try removing the CMOS battery for 5 minutes? Cause that's gona fix your problem.

I did get unlock6 and can send it to you if you pm me an email address.

Thing is that your laptop model isn't on the list of laptop models that are supposed to be supported by UNLOCK6.

[dalejrrocks]

Ok. This issue has been resolved. The battery was under the wireless module which is located under the RAM cover. I had to remove 4 screws and a couple of wires to get to the battery. It works now and the CMOS settings have been reset. Thanks for everyone's help.

[SHawn]

NO WORRIES PEOPLE,
WE HAVE UNLOCK6.EXE I CAN SEND YOU THRU EMAIL ATTACHMENT.
AND OTHER THEN THAT WE HAVE YRS OF LAPTOP HARDWARE/SOFTWARE REPAIR EXPERIENCE SO MY EXPERIENCE CAN REALLY HELP YOU OUT IN FIXING YOUR ANY COMPAQ, HP, DELL, IBM,TOSHIBA MACHINE I HAVE WORKED WITH ALL THESE MACHINES ALMOST ALL MODELS AND I KNOW HOW TO FIX BIOS PASSOWORD PROBLEMS ON ALL THESE MACHINES.
IF YOU WANT I CAN SERIOUSLY HELP YOU OUT.
MY EMAIL IS CA_730@HOTMAIL.COM INCASE IF YOU WANT TO CONTACT ME
THANKS AND REGARDS

[PurpleJesus]

NO WORRIES PEOPLE,
WE HAVE UNLOCK6.EXE I CAN SEND YOU THRU EMAIL ATTACHMENT.
AND OTHER THEN THAT WE HAVE YRS OF LAPTOP HARDWARE/SOFTWARE REPAIR EXPERIENCE SO MY EXPERIENCE CAN REALLY HELP YOU OUT IN FIXING YOUR ANY COMPAQ, HP, DELL, IBM,TOSHIBA MACHINE I HAVE WORKED WITH ALL THESE MACHINES ALMOST ALL MODELS AND I KNOW HOW TO FIX BIOS PASSOWORD PROBLEMS ON ALL THESE MACHINES.
IF YOU WANT I CAN SERIOUSLY HELP YOU OUT.
MY EMAIL IS CA_730@HOTMAIL.COM INCASE IF YOU WANT TO CONTACT ME
THANKS AND REGARDS

Does he have to email you in all uppercase too??? oh sorry... DOES HE HAVE TO EMAIL YOU IN ALL UPPERCASE TOO... didn't know if you could read the lowercase... OH SORRY AGAIN, DIDN'T KNOW IF YOU COULD READ THE LOWERCASE.

[diverter]

I'll give you all 9/5 odds that Shawn's unlock tools will probably turn you into Russian zombie pr0n bot.

[KtE]

Ok. This issue has been resolved. The battery was under the wireless module which is located under the RAM cover. I had to remove 4 screws and a couple of wires to get to the battery. It works now and the CMOS settings have been reset. Thanks for everyone's help.

Hello Dale,

Would be possible if you can send
me a copy of unlock6.exe to my email? I would really appreciate that, for I have an HP
laptop with cmos password that I don't know. please let me know, by the way
I added you to my msn contacts.

Thank you in advance,

Kali

[KtE]

Ok. Here's something interesting. I got an official manual from the tech guy that describes almost every screw in the notebook. Here's an exerpt from it:

1–4 Maintenance and Service Guide
Product Description
1.2 Resetting the Computer
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown password,
follow these steps to clear the password. These steps also
clear CMOS:
1. Enter an incorrect password and press enter.
2. Repeat Step 1 two times.
After the third entry of the incorrect password, the computer
responds with a “System Disabled” message and provides an
override password.
3. Access MS/DOS by clicking Start > All Programs >
Accessories > Command Prompt.
4. Enter “unlock6 xxxxx 0,” where “xxxxx” is the password
generated by the computer in Step 2.
The computer responds with another system-generated
password. This password can be used to reset the computer
and clear all CMOS settings.

And I followed the first 3 steps fine, but on the third step it says: "unlock6 is not recognized as an internal or external command, operble program or batch file."

So I have no idea why it doesn't work. Any ideas?

Dale, you would want to change your dos working directory to where you have stored unlock6.exe, try using cd command and navigate to there. it shouldn't be a problem once you are in the same directory.

Thanks
Kali

[dalejrrocks]

Ok. Here's something interesting. I got an official manual from the tech guy that describes almost every screw in the notebook. Here's an exerpt from it:

1–4 Maintenance and Service Guide
Product Description
1.2 Resetting the Computer
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown password,
follow these steps to clear the password. These steps also
clear CMOS:
1. Enter an incorrect password and press enter.
2. Repeat Step 1 two times.
After the third entry of the incorrect password, the computer
responds with a “System Disabled” message and provides an
override password.
3. Access MS/DOS by clicking Start > All Programs >
Accessories > Command Prompt.
4. Enter “unlock6 xxxxx 0,” where “xxxxx” is the password
generated by the computer in Step 2.
The computer responds with another system-generated
password. This password can be used to reset the computer
and clear all CMOS settings.

And I followed the first 3 steps fine, but on the third step it says: "unlock6 is not recognized as an internal or external command, operble program or batch file."

So I have no idea why it doesn't work. Any ideas?

Dale, you would want to change your dos working directory to where you have stored unlock6.exe, try using cd command and navigate to there. it shouldn't be a problem once you are in the same directory.

Thanks
Kali

Yeah, I know that. I tried that with unlock6. But like IBall said, it only works on some. I emailed you unlock6 by the way.