Let it beep for 15–30 seconds, then hold the power button for 5 seconds to force it off.

The jumper is normally on pins 5-6 (or 1-2 depending on the label).

Remove the screw on the back of the case and slide the cover off.

The system may not display anything but should emit a series of beeps (usually double beeps).

often requires physical access to the motherboard. While standard user or power-on passwords can sometimes be bypassed by removing the CMOS battery, a typically requires a specific "Clear CMOS" jumper procedure or, in extreme cases, a motherboard replacement. Step 1: Differentiate Between Password Types

Before proceeding, identify which password you are trying to reset:

If the jumper method does not work, you can try a full power drain: M720q User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual

Move it to the (often covering pins 2-4 or 2-3). Trigger the Reset: Reconnect the power cable and turn the computer on.