Security functions
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Trusted Platform Module (optional)
To use the TPM, you must activate the TPM in the
BIOS Setup
. The TPM is activated by selecting the
Enabled
entry for
Security Chip
in the
Security
menu in the
Security Chip Setting
submenu.
When the TPM is activated, it initially takes control of the notebook during each start-up to check all
hardware components and the
BIOS Setup
for trustworthiness. In the further course of operation, it
checks the operating system, certain drivers and applications. Should a component not have a valid
certificate, the TPM refuses this component access to protected content.
For example, with the TPM activated, data can be generated which can only be read or run on this
notebook. The support of security protocols, such as SSL (Secure Socket Layer) for Internet
connections, IPSec (LAN encryption), S-MIME (e-mail encryption, WLAN encryption and others) is
also possible.
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Important information on using the TPM and the related software is provided on the
included TPM software CD.
Troubleshooting
Security panel
You have forgotten your password or passwords.
If you have forgotten the user password, you can reset the forgotten user password and specify a
new user password with the supervisor password.
If the Security panel is active and you have forgotten both the user password and the supervisor
password, then contact our help desk. You must provide proof of ownership for the notebook. Then
the help desk will refer you to our service partner, who will unlock your notebook (for a charge).
BIOS passwords
You have forgotten your user and/or supervisor password.
If you have forgotten your user password, enter the supervisor password or contact your system
administrator. If the supervisor password is also no longer available, contact our help desk. You must
provide proof of ownership for the notebook. Then the help desk will refer you to our service partner,
who will unlock your notebook (for a charge).