50 Using the System Setup Program and UEFI Boot ManagerAssigning a System PasswordBefore assigning a system password, enter the System Setup program andcheck the System Password option.When a system password is assigned, System Password is Enabled. IfPassword Status is Unlocked, you can change the system password. If Locked,you cannot change the system password. Disabling the password jumper onthe system board sets System Password to Disabled, and you cannot changeor enter a new system password.When a system password is not assigned and the password jumper on thesystem board is in the enabled position, System Password is Not Enabled andPassword Status is Unlocked. To assign a system password:1 Verify that Password Status is Unlocked.2 Highlight the System Password option and press .3 Type your new system password.You can use up to 32 characters in your password.As you type, placeholders appear in the field.The password assignment is not case-sensitive. Certain key combinationsare invalid and if you enter one, the system beeps. To erase a character,press or the left-arrow key.NOTE: To escape from the field without assigning a system password, press to move to another field, or press prior to completing step 5.4 Press .5 To confirm your password, type it a second time and press .System Password changes to Enabled. Exit the System Setup program andbegin using your system.6 Either reboot the system now for the password protection to take effect orcontinue working.NOTE: Password protection does not take effect until the system reboots.
