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Using System Security
This section describes the security options provided with your computer.
System Passwords
The computer provides (4) levels of password security: administrative-level
(supervisor), user-level (user), HDD access and Password on Boot. These passwords
prevent unauthorised access to the computer. The supervisor password enables full
access to all System Setup fields. The user password enables full access to only the Set
User Password and Password on boot security fields and read access to all other
System Setup fields. The HDD Password controls access to the hard drive.
If multiple users have access to the computer (such as in a network environment), a
supervisor password can prevent unauthorized access to certain security options.
If You Forget Your Password
It is very important that you do not forget your password. If you do, you cannot access
your system. Write your password down and keep it in a safe place. If you do forget
and have not recorded the password, you must contact the Samsung Technical Support
Helpline for advice.
Creating a Password
To create a password follow the instructions below:
1. At startup, press <F2> to open System Setup.
2. Use <Right Arrow> to select the Security menu.
3. Use <PgDn> to select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password.
4. Press <Enter>. The Set Password dialog box appears.
5. Type your password.
Precautions for Password Entry:
You can enter letters or numbers, but you cannot use the function keys, such
as the Shift key. Your computer does not distinguish between capitalized and
lowercase letters in your password. As you type the password, the cursor
moves but your password does not appear on the screen. Choose the type of
password security that is appropriate for your work. If you want to set a user
password, you must set a supervisor password first.
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