Setting Passwords; Power-On Password - IBM L40 SX Quick Reference

Setting Passwords

Passwords restrict the use of the computer by unauthorized persons.
Instructions for setting passwords are also on the Reference
Diskette. The information is provided here for your convenience as
the computer must be turned off, then on again to follow some of the
password instructions.

Power-On Password

Do Not Forget Your Power-On Password
Record your power-on password. If you forget your power-on
password, take your system unit to IBM or an IBM authorized
dealer. A service charge may be incurred.
Setting a power-on password helps restrict the use of the computer
by unauthorized persons. The password can be no more than seven
characters and does not appear when typed. Once the power-on
password is set, whenever you turn on the computer, the password
prompt appears (see "Password Prompt" on page 19).
Note: Once set, a power-on password is required not only when
powering-on but also when you return to Resume Mode.
When you return to Resume Mode, the password prompt
and any other messages do not appear. The cursor does not
move as you type the power-on password, but it is input.
Then press Enter; the cursor is unlocked and you can use
your application.
To use the computer, you must type the correct password and press
Enter. When the password is entered correctly, an OK appears
momentarily. If the password is entered incorrectly, a key with an X
over it appears. If you have not entered the password correctly after,
three tries, you must turn off the computer, then on, to try again.
• To set a power-on password
Start the backup copy of the Reference Diskette (see page 44).
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