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Passwords and Security: Dell Inspiron 3800 System Reference
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Passwords and Security: Dell™ Inspiron™ 3800
System Reference

About Passwords

Using a Primary Password
Using an Administrator Password
About Passwords
A primary password prevents unauthorized access to the computer at start-up. An administrator
password can be used in place of the primary password. A hard-disk drive password helps
prevent the unauthorized access of data on the hard-disk drive, even when the device is placed
into another computer.
NOTES: All three passwords are disabled when you receive your computer.
You need to assign those passwords if you require password security for your
computer. Some companies may assign any or all of these passwords before
distributing the computer.
If you are using the Microsoft® Windows NT® operating system, use the
System Setup program
NOTICE: The password features provide a high level of security for the data in
your computer or hard-disk drive. However, they are not foolproof. If your
data requires more security, you should obtain and use additional forms of
protection, such as data encryption programs or PC Cards with encryption
features.
If you forget any of your passwords, call Dell. For your protection, Dell's technical support staff
will ask you for proof of your identity to make sure that an unauthorized person is not trying to
use the computer.
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to assign all passwords.
Using a Hard-Disk Drive Password
Physically Securing the Computer and
the Hard-Disk Drive
Asset Tag Utility