Packard Bell All-in-one Computer User Manual

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Packard Bell All-in-one Computer User Manual Manual pdf 23 page image

Securing your computer - 23S ECURING YOUR C O MP U TE RYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of.Learn how to protect and take care of your computer.Using passwordsPasswords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Settingthese passwords creates several different levels of protection for yourcomputer and data:• Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOSutility. Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to theBIOS utility. See Setting passwords on page 22.• User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use.Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints onboot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for maximumsecurity.• Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorizeduse. Combine the use of this password with password checkpointson boot-up and resume from Hibernation (if available) for maximumsecurity.Entering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center ofthe display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when youenter the BIOS utility.• Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access theBIOS utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warningmessage appears. Try again and press <Enter>.• When the User Password is set and the password on bootparameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up.ImportantDo not forget your Supervisor Password! If you forget your password,please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center.