Lenovo ThinkCentre E63z User Manual page 45

• System Management (SM) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and SM software
The SMBIOS specification defines data structures and access methods that can be used to read
management data stored in the BIOS of a computer.
• Wake on LAN
Wake on LAN is an Ethernet computer networking standard that allows a computer to be turned on
or woken up by a network message. The message usually is sent by a program running on another
computer on the same LAN.
• Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)
Windows Management Instrumentation is a set of extensions to the Windows Driver Model. It provides an
operating system interface through which instrumented components provide information and notification.
Security features
• Ability to enable and disable devices and USB connectors
For more information, see "Enabling or disabling a device" on page 61.
• A variety of passwords to deter unauthorized use of your computer
For more information, see "Using passwords" on page 56.
• Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware
The Computrace Agent software is an IT asset management and computer theft recovery solution.
The software detects if changes have been made on the computer, such as hardware, software, or
the computer call-in location. You might have to purchase a subscription to activate the Computrace
Agent software.
• Startup sequence control
For more information, see "Selecting or changing the startup device sequence" on page 61.
• Startup without keyboard or mouse
Your computer is able to log in to the operating system without keyboard or mouse connected.
• Support for a Kensington-style cable lock
For more information, see "Attaching a Kensington-style cable lock" on page 56.
Preinstalled operating system
Your computer is preinstalled with one of the following operating systems:
• Windows 7 operating system
• Windows 8.1 operating system
Operating system(s), certified or tested for compatibility (varies by model type)
The operating system(s) listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication
goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer
following the publication of this manual. This list is subject to change. To determine if an operating system
has been certified or tested for compatibility, check the Web site of the operating system provider.
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• Linux
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