Chapter 4. Security; Attaching A Mechanical Lock; Using Passwords; Passwords And Sleep Mode - Lenovo ThinkPad X230 Tablet User Manual

Chapter 4. Security

This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use.
• "Attaching a mechanical lock" on page 53
• "Using passwords" on page 53
• "Hard disk security" on page 58
• "Setting the security chip" on page 59
• "Using a fingerprint reader" on page 60
• "Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid-state drive" on page 63
• "Using and understanding firewalls" on page 64
• "Protecting data against viruses" on page 64

Attaching a mechanical lock

You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help prevent it from being removed without your
permission.
Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole of the computer; then secure the chain on the lock to a stationary
object. Refer to the instructions shipped with the mechanical lock.
Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and security
feature. Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance
of the locking device and security feature.

Using passwords

By using passwords, you can help prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a
password, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on the computer. Enter your password at
the prompt. You cannot use the computer unless you type the correct password.

Passwords and sleep mode

If you have set a Windows password and you put your computer into sleep mode by pressing Fn+F4, you
will be prompted to enter the password when resuming operation.
If any hard disk drive or solid-state drive also has a password, it is unlocked automatically when you resume
operation.

Typing passwords

If this icon is displayed, type a power-on password or a supervisor password.
If this icon is displayed, type a user hard disk password. If you want to type a master hard disk
password, do the following:
1. Press F1. The icon changes to this:
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