Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes and for resetting passwords on equipment you legally own. Unlocking stolen hardware is a crime. Always prove ownership before asking a repair shop for help.

This is an ATA/HDD password, not a BIOS password. You cannot reset this via BIOS methods. You will likely need to replace the hard drive.

– Gently pop it out of its holder or unplug its two-pin connector.