But don't panic. Unlike a forgotten Windows password, bypassing a BIOS password on an HP business laptop is complex—but it is not impossible.
For the average user: Tell them, "I need a BIOS password reset via SPI flash on the Winbond 25Q64 chip." They will quote you $50-$120. It is worth it to avoid bricking the board. hp probook 440 g6 bios password reset
For the DIY enthusiast: Buy the CH341A and a SOIC-8 clip. Practice on an old motherboard first. Follow the hex editing steps meticulously. The feeling of bypassing HP's security and seeing the boot screen without a password is genuinely satisfying. But don't panic