Do not attempt soldering or EEPROM reprogramming unless experienced.

Move the jumper to the maintenance position, connecting pins Connect the power adapter and turn on the computer. Wait until you hear a series of beeps (usually 4–5 sets

Anti-static protection (touch a metal object before touching the internal components).

If you want, I can provide the M720q hardware maintenance manual steps for locating CMOS/jumpers or a checklist for safely removing the drive for data recovery.

“She left it to me in her will,” Leo said, pushing up his glasses. “But there’s a problem. She put a BIOS password on it. A final lock.”