Dell OptiPlex G1, Documentation Update

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6 Dell OptiPlex G1 Managed PC Systems Documentation Update
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The following subsections update the procedures for using a system password.
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Before you can assign a system password, you must enter the System Setup program
and check the System Password category.
When a system password is assigned, the System Password setting shown is
Enabled
. When the system password feature is disabled by a jumper setting on the
system board, the setting shown is Disabled by Jumper . You cannot change or
enter a new system password if the Disabled by Jumper setting is displayed.
When a system password is not assigned, the System Password setting shown is
Not Enabled .
To assign a system password, follow these steps:
1. Enter the System Setup program and verify that the Password Status setting is
Unlocked .
For instructions on changing this setting, see “Password Status” in Chapter 2 of
your system’s Reference and Installation Guide .
2. Highlight System Security and press <Enter>.
3. Highlight System Password and press <Enter>.
4. Type the desired system password in the Enter Password field and press
<Enter>.
You can use up to seven characters in your password.
As you press each character key (or the spacebar for a blank space), a placeholder
appears in the field.
The password assignment operation recognizes keys by their location on the key-
board, without distinguishing between lowercase and uppercase characters. For
example, if you have an M in your password, the system recognizes either M or m
as correct.
Certain key combinations are not valid. If you enter one of these combinations,
the speaker emits a beep.
To erase a character when entering your password, press <Backspace> or the
left-arrow key.
NOTE: To escape from the field without assigning a system password, press
<Esc>.
5. Type the desired system password in the Confirm Password field and press
<Enter>.