How do I unlock a Dell laptop?
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Unfortunately DELL won't be able to do much for you except maybe ship you the re-install disks.  You can try safe mode to reset the password.  You can also try logging in as administrator with no password or with admin as the password.  Sometimes it is that simple.\n\nKnowing what OS I might be able to give you a few more ideas.
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The easiest way  is to enter BIOS. this is usually done by hitting the F1, F2, ESC or DEL key (some laptops even require a combination of keys such as CTRL F1) If you can't do this, for example you've messed up your settings so bad that it doesn't start anymore you will have to remove the battery(CMOS battery). If you choose to do so remember to not only unplug thue power cord but also remove the laptop's own power supply the battery(not the CMOS one). Once you've located the CMOS battery remove it and wait a while. Then plug everything back in and boot. \n\nPS if you don't have experience with hardware and laptop hardware in particular don't try opening it in your own
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Contact Dell...\n\nGOOD LUCK
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go to www.support.dell.com and put the service tag or the express service code and click on the manuals or what ever info u would like to see, \n\nthe service tag u can find on the rear end of your laptop, if u cant find the service tag not a problem u can go to www.support.dell.com  and it will find the service tag for u,\n\ncall 1800 624 9896 option 3 for tech support and they will tell u in and out of your computer, or provide me your service tag and your email address and i will send u all the information\n\nmy email beno_roland@yahoo.com
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if it uses windows xp pro you can lock it.. to change ur password u go to start then to the picture next to ur name and click it then change password... on my laptop i can set a code u have to put in when u turn the computer on so even before windows boots u have to enter a code...
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u should be able to get it from any electronic stores or just get 1 from dell and other online stores
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Go to http://support.dell.com/ and type in your Service Tag. It should be on a sticker somewhere on the case.
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have you gone to the control panel and then gone to internet options and unlock things that are locked in your computer.If you have go to help in the internet and find out whats wrong.
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Dial Dells Helpline number and ask them. Enjoy!
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Go to the Geek Squad and have them unlock it.
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start here: \nhttp://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/software_reinstall/en/index?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs
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All Dell Notebooks come with a software that indicates all the information regarding the components. You can launch it by pessing F1 and then by typing dell in the searh area, in case you don't see an icon on the top of the screen with dell on it. Removing the battery is very easy. Just unplug your notebook, see in which bay the battery is placed, this is indicated in the manual which came with your notebook, take it out and then replace it.
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Use the restore CD they gave you.  \n\nIf you have a friend that has the OS CD, you can do a fresh install using the CD key on your dell.
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If there is a cd-rom in the computer in question, you can just reset it. There are several ways to go about doing this. I would suggest reading the following page & comments.\n\nhttp://www.raymond.cc/blog/archives/2006/09/02/how-to-hack-into-a-windows-xp-computer-without-changing-password/\n\nYou could also use the backtrack linux distros bootable cd available @ http://www.remote-exploit.org/index.php/BackTrack
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Dell Computers can disable the CD-ROM drives in the BIOS setup, just hit F2 after turning the computer on. Just change the Secondary master drive to "Off", "None" or equivalent. Then, you can enter a password in the BIOS setup screen so he can't go in and change it.\n\nThe only way to reset the password without knowing it would be to take out the battery, unplug the pc, and short the cmos jumper on the motherboard.  Let's hope he doesn't read this or figure that out!
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Dont format your Notebook it will erase everything! If its a pass that the Dell company gave you, you should contact them and get your password.
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No cds? Gonna be hard unless Dell Has a System Recovery Software installed on the system so look for that program. If not try the system restore feature for Windows in System Tools under accessories. If nothing, borrow a ORIGINAL copy of Windows XP Setup CD and reinstall windows. Laterz