Operating the device
5.5 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
SIMATIC IPC1047E
Operating Instructions, 03/2021, A5E50259546-AA
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5.5
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Your device can have a Trusted Platform Module up to TPM 2.0 The Trusted Platform Module
is a chip that enhances your device with security functions (not included in the scope of
delivery). It provides improved protection from manipulation of the PC, for example. The
current Windows operating systems support these security functions. The Trusted Platform
Module can be activated in the BIOS setup. To do this, follow the instructions in the manual
for the motherboard, see section "Motherboard (Page 108)" and the BIOS description, see
section "BIOS description (Page 101)".
Please also note the respective import and export provisions for the Trusted Platform Module.
Using the Trusted Platform Module
The TPM can be used with the "BitLocker" drive encrypter, for example, in Windows operating
systems. Please follow the instructions for this in the operating system.
Note
Risk of data loss
If you lose the password for the drive encryption, you will not be able to restore the data. You
will then lose accesss to the encrypted drive.
The warranty does not cover a reset of the hardware in the event of a loss of a password.
Please store the password carefully and make sure it is protected against unauthorized
access.
