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How to Remove BIOS Password on Acer Nitro 5

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Overview

This tutorial will guide you through the process of unlocking and removing a forgotten BIOS password on your Acer Nitro 5 laptop.

Part 1: Unlocking the BIOS

Step 1: Obtain Your Unlock Key

When you attempt to enter BIOS and fail the password entry, your Acer Nitro 5 will display an unlock password key that looks like this:

Enter Unlock Password
Key: 1931050007

Write down this number exactly as shown – you’ll need it for the next step.

Step 2: Generate the Unlock Password

Use one of these trusted online BIOS password generator websites:

  • bios-pw.org (Recommended)
  • biosbug.com

Instructions:

  1. Visit one of the websites above
  2. Enter your unlock key (e.g., 1931050007)
  3. Click “Generate” or “Get Password”
  4. The website will provide one or more unlock passwords
  5. Write down all provided passwords

Step 3: Enter the Unlock Password

  1. Restart your laptop
  2. When prompted for the BIOS password, enter the generated unlock password
  3. Important: The password is case-sensitive, so enter it exactly as provided
  4. You typically have 3 attempts before temporary lockout

Part 2: Removing the BIOS Password Permanently

Once you’ve successfully unlocked the BIOS, follow these steps to permanently remove the password:

Step 1: Enter BIOS Setup

  1. Power on or restart your Acer Nitro 5
  2. Immediately press F2 repeatedly until the BIOS screen appears
  3. Enter your unlock password when prompted

Step 2: Navigate to Security Settings

  1. Use the Arrow Keys (? ? ? ?) to navigate the BIOS menu
  2. Go to the Security tab
  3. You should see options related to password settings

Step 3: Clear Supervisor Password

  1. Highlight “Set Supervisor Password” (or similar option)
  2. Press Enter
  3. When prompted, enter the current password (your unlock password)
  4. For “Enter New Password” – leave it BLANK and press Enter
  5. For “Confirm New Password” – leave it BLANK and press Enter
  6. You should see a confirmation message like “Password Uninstalled” or “Password Cleared”

Step 4: Clear Other Password Options

Check for and disable these additional password settings if present:

  • Set User Password – Follow the same steps as above to clear it
  • Set HDD Password – Clear if enabled
  • Password on Boot – Set to Disabled

Step 5: Save Changes and Exit

  1. Press F10 to save changes
  2. A confirmation dialog will appear: “Save configuration changes and exit?”
  3. Select Yes and press Enter
  4. Your laptop will restart

Part 3: Verification

After your laptop restarts:

  • It should boot directly to Windows without asking for a password
  • Try entering BIOS again (press F2 during boot) – you should enter without a password prompt
  • If successful, your BIOS password has been completely removed

Alternative Solutions

If the online password generators don’t work, try these alternatives:

Option 1: Contact Acer Support

  • Have your laptop’s serial number ready (found on the bottom of the laptop)
  • Provide proof of ownership (receipt, invoice, or purchase documentation)
  • Acer support can provide an official unlock code

Option 2: Professional Service

  • Visit an authorized Acer service center
  • Local computer repair shops can often reset BIOS passwords using hardware methods

Option 3: CMOS Battery Reset (Advanced)

Warning: This requires opening your laptop and may void warranty.

  1. Power off and unplug the laptop
  2. Remove the battery (if removable)
  3. Open the laptop case to access the motherboard
  4. Locate the CMOS battery (small coin cell battery)
  5. Remove the CMOS battery for 5-10 minutes
  6. Reinstall the battery and reassemble

Note: This method doesn’t always work on newer Acer models with protected BIOS.

Troubleshooting

Problem: Generated passwords don’t work

  • Double-check you entered the unlock key correctly
  • Try all passwords provided by the generator
  • Try a different password generator website
  • Ensure you’re entering passwords with correct capitalization

Problem: Can’t find Security tab in BIOS

  • Look for tabs named “Password” or “Authentication”
  • Check the Main tab for password options
  • Consult your laptop’s manual for specific BIOS layout

Problem: Password cleared but still prompts on boot

  • Make sure you disabled “Password on Boot” option
  • Check if HDD password is still enabled
  • Try clearing CMOS to reset all BIOS settings

Important Notes

  • Backup your data before attempting any BIOS changes
  • The unlock key is unique to your laptop and boot attempt
  • Never share your unlock key or passwords online
  • Keep a record of any new BIOS passwords you set
  • Some BIOS settings may reset to defaults after password removal

Prevention Tips

To avoid this situation in the future:

  1. Write down any BIOS passwords you set and store them securely
  2. Consider using a password manager for BIOS passwords
  3. If you don’t need a BIOS password for security, don’t set one
  4. Keep proof of purchase documentation for warranty support

Conclusion

Removing a BIOS password on an Acer Nitro 5 is straightforward once you have the unlock password. The online generators are reliable and work for most Acer laptops. If you encounter any issues, don’t hesitate to contact Acer support with your proof of ownership.

Good luck!