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It is a Dell 1445
Okay it's a Dell.
Contact Dell and I do believe they should be able to help you following their guide lines.
A laptop BIOS password is a security feature. Unlike in a desktop, such a password is not stored in the CMOS and cannot be cleared by removing the CMOS battery or any other simple method. If the password were easily removed it would serve no useful purpose. Only the manufacturer can help and only after proof of ownership.
Well LMiller7 said it better than I did. Prof of ownership is absolutely one of Dells requirements.
I think we are done.
I agree, we called Dell yesterday and they'd be glad to help for $70.
Thanks for the posts.