Using Tpm (Trusted Platform Module) - Getac P470 User Manual

Using TPM (Trusted Platform Module)

TPM is a hardware-based security feature that can be used to create and
manage computer-generated digital certificates. When combined with
security software, the TPM enhances existing network and computer
security by enabling features such as file protection capabilities and
protected e-mail.
NOTE:
Make sure you select Enable on the TPM Support item under the Security menu
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of your BIOS Setup (see chapter 5 for details).
Make sure you select Enable & Activate on the Change TPM State item under the
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Security menu of your BIOS Setup (see chapter 5 for details).
You only need to activate these items once.
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You can use the certificates to:
 Send and receive secure email from email clients like Microsoft
Windows Mail/Outlook Express, Microsoft Outlook or Netscape
Messenger
 Set up browser (e.g. Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer) and
web server (e.g. Microsoft Internet Information Server) for Client
Authentication
Sign Microsoft Word macros
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Encrypt files and folders
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Secure network connections
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NOTE: For information on using the program and the different security features, click
Start  All Programs  Infineon Security Platform Solution  Help.
Using the TPM and P1/P2 Utilities 6-2