Installing security features
To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer, security
lock options are available. In addition to physical locks, unauthorized use of your
computer can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a
correct password is typed in.
Padlock loop
Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop that locks the cover to your
computer when a padlock is installed.
Make sure that the padlock loop does not interfere with the computer cables.
Password protection
To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility
program to set a password. See “Using passwords” on page 25.
What to do next:
v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the
cables” on page 23.
Changing the battery
Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and
settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). A
battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer.
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