Security functions
Security functions
Securityfunctions
Your notebook has several s ecurity features that you can use to secure your
system from unauthorised access.
This chapter explains how to use each function, and what the bene fits are.
Please remember tha t in some cases, for example, forgetting your password,
you may be locked out and unable to access your data. There fore,
please note the f ollowing information:
• Make regular backups to external storage devices such as external
hard drives, CD or DVD disks.
• Some security functions need you to choose passwords. M ake a note
of the passwords and keep them in a safe place.
If you forget your passwords you will need to contact the help desk. Deletion or resetting
of passwords are not covered by your warranty and a charge will be made for assistance.
Brief overview of security functions
Security functions Type of prote ction Preparation
Kensington Lock Mechanically robust steel cable
with lock
Fit a n d lock Kensington
MicroSaver (optional
accessory)
BIOS password p rotection Password protection for BIOS
Setup Utility and operating
system with supervisor and
user password.
Specify at least one supervisor
password in the BIOS Setup
Utility andactivatethe
password protect ion for the
operating system as desired.
BriefoverviewSecurityfunctions
Using a Kensington Lock
► Fit th e Kensington MicroSaver on t he
device on your notebook.
Kensington MicroSaverUsingaKensingtonLockMechanical backupAnti-theftpr otection
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