Computer Setup—Security
NOTE:
Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware
configuration.
Option
Setup Password
Power-On
Password
Password Options
(This selection appears
only if a power-on
password or setup
password is set.)
Device Security
USB Security
Description
Allows you to set and enable a setup (administrator) password.
NOTE:
If the setup password is set, it is required to change Computer Setup options, flash the
ROM, and make changes to certain plug and play settings under Windows.
Allows you to set and enable a power-on password. The power-on password prompt appears after
a power cycle or reboot. If the user does not enter the correct power-on password, the unit will not
boot.
Allows you to enable/disable:
Lock Legacy Resources (determines whether or not Windows Device Manager is allowed to
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change resource settings for serial and parallel ports).
Setup Browse Mode (appears if a setup password is set) (allows viewing, but not changing,
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the F10 Setup Options without entering setup password). Default is enabled.
Password prompt on F9, F11 & F12 (requires setup password to use these boot functions).
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Default is enabled.
Network Server Mode. Default is disabled.
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Stringent Password (enabling the stringent password disables the ability to reset the password
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by moving the jumper on the system board). Default is disabled.
CAUTION:
If you enable the stringent security feature and you forget the setup password or
the power-on password, the computer is inaccessible and can no longer be used.
If you lose or forget the password, the system board must be replaced. This scenario is not
covered under warranty.
To prevent the computer from becoming permanently unusable, record your configured setup
password or power-on password in a safe place away from your computer. Without these
passwords, the computer cannot be unlocked.
Allows you to set Device Available/Device Hidden (default is Device Available) for:
Embedded Security Device
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System audio
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Network controller
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NOTE:
You must disable AMT before trying to hide the network controller.
SATA ports (varies by model)
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Allows you to set Enabled/Disabled (default is Enabled) for:
Front USB Ports
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Rear USB Ports
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Accessory USB Ports
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Computer Setup (F10) Utilities
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