Security Functions; Configuring Password Protection In Bios Setup Utility - Fujitsu M1010 Manual

Security functions

Your notebook has several security features
that you can use to secure your system from
unauthorised access.
This chapter explains how to use each
function, and what the benefits are.
Please remember that in some cases, for
example, forgetting your password, you
may be locked out and unable to access
your data. Therefore, please note the
following information:
•
Make regular backups to external
storage devices such as external hard
drives, CD or DVD disks.
•
Some security functions need you to
choose passwords. Make a note of the
passwords and keep them in a safe
place.
If you forget your passwords you will
need to contact the help desk. Deletion or
resetting of passwords are notcovered by
your warranty and a charge will be made
for assistance.
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Sec urit y Funct ions
Configuring password protection
in BIOS Setup Utility
Before using the various options for pass-
word protection in the BIOS Setup utility
to increase data security, please observe
the following:
Make a note of the passwords and keep
them in a safe place. If you forget your su-
pervisor password you will not be able to
access your notebook. Passwords are not
covered by your warranty and a charge
will be made for assistance.
Your password can be up to eight charac-
ters long and contain letters and numbers.
No distinction is made between uppercase
and lowercase.
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