SecurityChassis Intrusion DetectionThis feature, if installed and enabled, detects that the chassis was opened and alerts the user. To change the Chassis Intrusion setting:1. Enter system setup.2. Press the down-arrow keys to move to the System Security option.3. Press to access the System Security option's pop-up menu.4. Press the down-arrow key to move to the Chassis Intrusion setting.5. Press to select an option setting.6. Press again after you update the option setting.7. Exit and save system setup.Option Settingsl On — If the computer cover is opened, the setting changes to Detected, and the following alert message displays during the boot routine at the nextcomputer start-up:Alert! Cover was previously removed.To reset the Detected setting, enter system setup. In the Chassis Intrusion option, press the left- or right-arrow key to select Reset, and then chooseOn, On-Silent, or Off.l On-Silent (default) — If the computer cover is opened, the setting changes to Detected. No alert message appears during the boot sequence at thenext computer start-up.l Off — No intrusion monitoring occurs and no messages appear.Padlock Ring and Security Cable SlotUse one of the following methods to secure your computer:l Use a padlock alone or a padlock and looped security cable with the padlock ring.A padlock alone prevents the computer from being opened.A security cable looped around a stationary object is used in conjunction with a padlock to prevent unauthorized movement of the computer.l Attach a commercially available antitheft device to the security cable slot on the back of the computer.Antitheft devices usually include a segment of metal-stranded cable with an attached locking device and key. The documentation that comes with thedevice contains instructions for installing it.Password ProtectionSystem PasswordNOTE: When the admin password is enabled, you must know the admin password before you can reset the Chassis Intrusion setting.NOTE: Before you purchase an antitheft device, make sure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer.NOTICE: Although passwords provide security for the data on your computer, they are not foolproof. If your data requires more security, it is yourresponsibility to obtain and use additional forms of protection, such as data encryption programs.NOTICE: If you leave your computer running and unattended without having a system password assigned, or if you leave your computer unlocked sothat someone can disable the password by changing a jumper setting, anyone can access the data stored on your hard drive.
