Securing Your Computer; Using A Computer Security Lock; Using The Smart Card - Acer 8100 Series User Manual

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Securing your computer

Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of.
Learn how to protect and take care of your computer.
Security features include hardware and software locks — a security
notch and passwords.

Using a computer security lock

A security keylock notch, located on the rear of the computer, lets you
connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such
as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch
and turn the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also
available.

Using the Smart Card

This software includes the following components: PlatinumPAS™,
PlatinumSecure™ and PlatinumKey™. Together, they provide you with
multiple levels of security.
PlatinumPAS implements the first security measure at the BIOS
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level and runs during the BIOS routine check when a computer is
powered up or rebooting. If no Smart Card or Emergency Card is
detected, the computer will stop booting up to prevent any illegal
access to the system.
PlatinumSecure enhances the secure logon procedure for your
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Windows at the operating system level. It provides user
authentication through its encryption/decryption function using
the Smart Card. If your Smart Card is unavailable, you can use the
Emergency Card as a temporary replacement card.
PlatinumKey auto-authenticate and auto cache with one-click
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logons to all password-required websites (patent pending),
eliminates the overhead costs associated with memorizing and
typing user IDs and passwords when surfing the Internet with
Microsoft® or Netscape web browsers.
A slot for your Smart Card is located on one side of the computer. This
new security feature helps you boot up your computer with all your