Trusted Platform Module (Tpm) - Siemens SIMATIC IPC647D Operating Instructions Manual

Configuration of the AMT PC
You configure AMT by means of the BIOS setup and MEBx (Management Engine BIOS
Extension). MEBx is a BIOS extension for configuration of AMT (see BIOS description in
chapter "Technical specifications").
5.3

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Depending on the ordered configuration of your device, a Trusted Platform Module according
to Standard 1.2 may be available. The Trusted Platform Module is a chip that enhances your
device with security functions. It provides an improved protection from manipulation of the
PC. The current operating systems Windows 7 and Windows 8 support these security
functions. You can enable the Trusted Platform Module in the "Advanced" menu under
"Trusted Computing" in the BIOS Setup. Please note the respective import and export
provisions for the Trusted Platform Module.
Using the Trusted Platform Module
The TPM can be used in Windows 7 with the "BitLocker" drive encrypter. Please follow the
instructions for this in the operating system.
Note
Risk of data loss
If you lose the password for the drive encryption, you will not be able to restore the data. You
will then lose accesss to the encrypted drive.
The warranty does not cover a reset of the hardware in the event of a loss of a password.
Please store the password carefully and make sure it is protected against unauthorized
access.
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