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Customizing Your VAIO Computer
Setting the Password
Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password.
Once you have set the password, you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears. In this way, you can
protect your computer from unauthorized access.
Adding the Power-on Password
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You cannot start the computer without entering the power-on password. Make sure not to forget the password.
If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to cancel it, a cancellation fee will be charged.
To add the power-on password
1
Turn on the computer.
2
Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears.
The BIOS setup screen appears.
3
Use the
<
or
,
key to select Security to display another screen, select Set Machine Password, and then press the
Enter key.
4
On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key.
The password should be up to 7 alphanumeric characters long.
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The following is to configure the computer to prompt password entry when you turn on the computer or display the BIOS setup screen.
5
Select Password When Power ON under Security.
Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled.
6
Use the
<
or
,
key to select Exit and then Exit (Save Changes); and press the Enter key.
On the Setup Confirmation screen, confirm that Yes is selected and then press the Enter key.
