How to disable power on password

[azbarr1353]

Unknowingly, I got into the BIOS of the computer and set a Power On Password. How can I disable it? I know the password, but it's a nusance and rather not have to go through that every time I turn the machine on. I tried talking to HP chat support, and they walked me through a Restore Security Settings to Factory Defaults but that didn't work. 

If if anyone can offer a step by step solution, I would greatly appreciate it. 

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

This is the procedure that works for most HP consumer notebooks.  That would be the only suggestion I can offer.

Use your password to enter the BIOS

Disable all passwords that are enabled

If asked for current password - type your password.

For new password, just press ENTER key
Repeat the same for verify password column.

Then leave the BIOS by saving & exit option to save the changes.

[azbarr1353]

I'm not too sure how to disable all the passwords. On the security tab the Power On Password shows up as <set>. Should I just press ENTER for all the fields when promoted?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Me either.

I thought you would have the option to go from set to disabled, and then enter your password to allow the change, and then hit the enter key to clear the password and verify password fields.

Because I imagine if you can't go from set to disabled, I have no idea what will happen if you press enter in the fields.