Dell Latitude ATG D620 User Manual page 66

Securing Your Computer: Dell Latitude ATG D620 User's Guide
Hard drive
NOTE: Some hard drives do not support hard drive
passwords.
NOTICE: Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your computer or hard drive.
However, they are not foolproof. If you require more security, obtain and use additional forms of
protection, such as smart cards, data encryption programs, or PC Cards with encryption features.
When using passwords, observe the following guidelines:
Choose passwords that you can remember, but not ones that are easy to guess. For example, do
not use the names of family members or pets for passwords.
It is recommended that you do not write down passwords. If you do write it down, however,
ensure that the password is stored in a secure place.
Do not share passwords with other people.
Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password(s).
NOTICE: Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your computer or hard drive.
However, they are not foolproof. If you require more security, obtain and use additional forms of
protection, such as smart cards, data encryption programs, or PC Cards with encryption features.
If you forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see
technical support staff will ask you for proof of your identity to ensure that only an authorized person
can use the computer.
Using a Primary (or System) Password
The primary password allows you to protect the computer from unauthorized access.
When you first start your computer, you must assign a primary password at the prompt.
If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to its previous operating state.
NOTICE: If you disable the administrator password, the primary password is also
disabled.
To add or change passwords, access User Accounts from the Control Panel.
If you have assigned an administrator password, you can use it instead of the primary password. The
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Helps protect the data on your hard drive or external hard drive (if one is
being used) from unauthorized access
Contacting Dell). For your protection, Dell