Customizing Your VAIO Computer
Using Fingerprint Authentication with the TPM
With the TPM data encryption feature, using fingerprint authentication can strengthen computer security. For instructions on
how to use the TPM, see
Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
To use fingerprint authentication with the TPM, your computer needs to be equipped with both a fingerprint sensor and the
TPM. See the online specifications to find out whether your model is equipped with them.
For detailed information, see the help file included with the
Protector Suite QL
.
Erasing the Registered Fingerprints
Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person, it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint
data registered on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your hard disk drive.
To erase the registered fingerprints
1
Turn on the computer.
2
Press the
F2
key when the VAIO logo appears.
The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the
F2
key several times when the VAIO logo
appears.
3
Press the
<
or
,
key to select
Security
to display the
Security
tab.
4
Press the
m
key to select
Clear Fingerprint Data
and press the
Enter
key.
5
At the confirmation prompt, select
Continue
and press the
Enter
key.
The fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor is erased automatically after your system restarts.
