Password request on ibm thinkpad R40.

These laptops usually have a switch that is activated when the cover is opened and thus the message. Would suggest talking to IBM support for a master password, that will help you thru and get the same cleared.

You will need to remove the bios battery in your laptop. Here are instructions for an R40, I assume it will be similar for a R40e:
http://www.ehow.com/how_6965996_reset-password-thinkpad-r40.html

Click on this link http://www.notebook-driver.com/thinkpad/ibm-thinkpad-r40-r40e-drivers-and-software-for-windows/

Then click on 'Start Sound Driver Download Now'

right click on an empty part of your desktop then click properties, click on settings then enable your second display. if you open the video you are trying to play you can then drag the video window over to your tv and see it playing on there

You can get one at the place where you bough it from. They'll give it to you.
So...
Good Luck!!

Try to use this password -> merlin

If u forgot the bios password there is no way to resolve via operating system.. all u need to do is to remove the notebook and disconnect CMOS battery.. and wait for 5 min......and replace the CMOS battery..... by this BIOS gets reset.. that will no ask any password further.......... hope this help u.

Reset the password to enter my laptop,on a IBM thinkpad R40

You will have to remember it. IBM puts a security chip on the motherboard, the bios password is burned into this, and there is no way around it. There are a few places that will replace the chip, but they are very expensive. The only other way is to replace the motherboard. I've found that replacing the motherboard is cheaper than having the chip replaced, so, if possible, remember the password.

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