Table 6-2 Computer Setup Security
Option Description
Create BIOS
Administrator Password
Lets you set and enable a BIOS administrator password, which controls access to the following
features:
● Setup Menu (F10)
● Third-Party Option ROM Management (F3)
● Update system ROM
● WMI commands that change system settings
● BIOS Configuration Utility (BCU)
● Alternative power-on password
NOTE: Creating a BIOS user disables the Fast Boot option.
Change BIOS
Administrator Password
(This selection is
active only if a BIOS
administrator password
is set.)
Lets you change the BIOS administrator password.
You must know the current password to be able to change it.
Create POST Power-On
Password
Lets you change or delete power-on password. The power-on password prompt appears after a
power cycle or reboot. If the user does not enter the correct power-on password, the unit will not
boot.
Change POST Power-On
Password (This selection
is active only if a BIOS
administrator password
is set.)
Lets you change the POST power-on password.
You must know the current password to be able to change it.
Password Policies Let you set the guidelines for a valid password. Options include:
● Password minimum length
● Requires at least one symbol
● Requires at least one number
● Requires at least one uppercase character
● Requires at least one lowercase character
● Allow spaces
Administrator
Authentication Policies
Let you set limitations on some boot features restricting them to admin only, including:
● Prompt for administrator authorization to access:
– Boot menu in POST
– System Recovery
– Network boot
– BIOS update
● Allow the use of administrator credentials to modify the power-on password.
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