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is a free, Linux-based utility designed to recover, delete, or decode BIOS passwords and reset CMOS settings to factory defaults. It bypasses the operating system entirely by interacting directly with the motherboard's hardware. Key Features:
Select the (as this tool is designed for older BIOS-based systems) and click "Start".
: Displays stored BIOS passwords for manufacturers like Award, AMI, Phoenix, and Compaq.
: This clears all settings, including passwords and custom boot orders. Use this if the decryption fails. Why USB Boot is Better Than "Jumpering" How To RESET Your PC BIOS Or Change The CMOS Battery
Once the Linux environment loads, you will typically see two primary options:
Open Rufus, select your USB drive, and choose the PC CMOS Cleaner ISO.
is a free, Linux-based utility designed to recover, delete, or decode BIOS passwords and reset CMOS settings to factory defaults. It bypasses the operating system entirely by interacting directly with the motherboard's hardware. Key Features:
Select the (as this tool is designed for older BIOS-based systems) and click "Start".
: Displays stored BIOS passwords for manufacturers like Award, AMI, Phoenix, and Compaq.
: This clears all settings, including passwords and custom boot orders. Use this if the decryption fails. Why USB Boot is Better Than "Jumpering" How To RESET Your PC BIOS Or Change The CMOS Battery
Once the Linux environment loads, you will typically see two primary options:
Open Rufus, select your USB drive, and choose the PC CMOS Cleaner ISO.