Security functions
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Password protection for your hard disk
By activating the hard disk protection in the
BIOS Setup
you prevent unauthorised access to the hard
disk drive. The hard disk password is checked internally during each system start-up and ensures
that the hard disk can only be used in conjunction with the related device.
Brief overview of the security functions
Security function
Type of protection
Preparation
Kensington Lock
Mechanical
Mount and lock Kensington
MicroSaver (accessory)
BIOS password protection
Password protection for
BIOS
Setup
, operating system and
hard disk with Supervisor and
User password. The passwords
consist of a maximum of eight
alphanumeric characters.
Specify at least one Supervisor
password in the
BIOS Setup
and
activate the password
protection for the operating
system and hard disk as
desired.
Using Kensington Lock on notebook
With the Kensington MicroSaver, a sturdy steel cable, you can help protect your notebook from theft.
For this reason your notebook is equipped with a device for the Kensington MicroSaver. The
Kensington MicroSaver is available as an accessory.
1
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Fit the Kensington MicroSaver on the device (1) on your notebook.
