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How do I get past the boot up password

I found this: https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-B… it looks like you can try one of these two passwords: 47498324 or 00586459 according to an HP employee:

  1. Use the unlock code posted above to enter the BIOS
  2. Disable all passwords that are enabled
  3. If asked for current password - type the unlock code
  4. For new password, just press ENTER key
  5. Repeat the same for verify password column.
  6. Then leave the BIOS by saving & exit option to save the changes.