Security
Hardware and Software Guide
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Entering DriveLock Passwords
1. Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the notebook
(not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay).
2. When prompted for a DriveLock password, type your user
or master password (using the same kind of keys you used
to set the password), and then press
enter.
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After 2 incorrect attempts to enter the password, you must restart
the notebook and try again.
Requiring a Drivelock Password at Restart
You can require that a DriveLock password be entered each time
the notebook is restarted. Enable and disable this feature in
Computer Setup:
1. Shut down the notebook. If you are not sure whether the
notebook is off or in hibernation, turn the notebook on by
pressing the power button, and then shut down the notebook
through the operating system.
2. Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the notebook
(not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay).
3. Open Computer Setup by turning on the notebook. Press
f10
while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in
the lower-left corner of the screen.
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To change the language, press
f2.
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For navigation instructions, press
f1.
4. Use the arrow keys to select
Security > Password options >
Require password on restart.
5. Toggle the field to enable or disable, and then press
enter.
6. Save your preferences by using the arrow keys to select
File >
Save Changes and Exit.
Then follow the instructions on the
screen.
Your preferences are in effect when the notebook restarts.
