[dvn8ter]

I'm pretty sure you just have to reflash the BIOS. Just google how to do it with whatever computer you have. Hope I could help, and hope you get the password removed!

Thanks for the advice, I do have a SOIC8 clip for in-circuit re-programming.. just opting for the least invasive methods first. I found THIS generator but no dice. If I'm unable to bypass it with a generated code, I will either reprogram the chip or just settle my ebay balance and buy one from people who sell the bypass codes there