How to reset bios password on Minix Z64 Windows

Copini

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These Minix Z64 windows are getting harder to get so I was delighted to pick one up the otherday 2nd hand of cause. I have 5 in total and each time i re install windows from usb however thisone has the bios locked with a password. There are several software options but they didn't work. I also thought about reflashing the firmware though that invalidates the windows activation key besides I would face the same problem which is I need to boot from the USB and thats done within the bios. There is no battery on the motherboard so thats not an option but there are a bunch of jumpers. Dose snyone know which ones i need to swich in order to resetbthe bios password ? Else dose anybody else know a trick to help me out?
 
You can reset the BIOS with the reset button (small hole) on the underside of the device.
With the power disconnected, insert a straightened out paperclip and hold for 10 seconds.

There is no battery on the motherboard
The battery is connected via wires!
 
I also thought about reflashing the firmware though that invalidates the windows activation key besides I would face the same problem which is I need to boot from the USB and thats done within the bios.
Just for information!

Reflashing the BIOS will not (should not) invalidate anything.
You do not (should not) need to enter BIOS (Setup) to boot from USB to update.

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