Securing Your Computer; Using A Computer Security Lock; Using Passwords - Acer TravelMate 210 series User Manual

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 left panel of the computer lets
you connect a Kensington-compatible key-based computer security
lock.
Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such
as a table or locked drawer handle. Insert the lock into the notch and
turn the key to secure the lock.

Using passwords

Three password types protect your computer from unauthorized
access. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of
protection for your computer and data:
• Setup Password prevents unauthorized entry to the BIOS Utility.
Once set, you must key-in this password to gain access to the BIOS
Utility. See "BIOS Utility" on page 42 and your online guide for
more details.
• Power-on Password secures your computer against unauthorized
use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints
on boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security.
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