5-2
System Security
Security Features Continued
Feature
Purpose
How It Is Established
Cable Lock
Provision
Inhibits access to the interior of the workstation to
prevent unwanted configuration changes or
component removal. Can also be used to secure
the workstation to a fixed object.
Install a padlock with the security bracket
to inhibit access to the interior of the
workstation; add a cable lock to secure
the workstation to a fixed object
IMPORTANT: Always distinguish different types of passwords like the Power-On Password,
the Setup Password, and the Windows NT password.
Setup Password
The Setup Password prevents unauthorized changes to the configuration of the workstation.
Establishing a Setup Password
To establish a setup password:
1.
Turn on the workstation.
2.
When the F10 Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press F10.
NOTE: You have approximately two seconds to press F10. If you do not press F10 during this
time, you must restart the workstation again to access the utility.
3.
From the main menu, select Security, then select Setup Password and follow the
instructions on the screen.
4.
Save the configuration and exit the utility.
5.
Restart the workstation.
Establishing a Power-On Password
To establish a Power-On Password:
1.
Turn on the workstation.
2.
When the F10 Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press F10.
NOTE: You have approximately two seconds to press F10. If you do not press F10 during this
time, you must restart the workstation to access the utility.
3.
From the main menu, select Security, then Power-On Password and follow the
instructions on the screen.
4.
Save the configuration and exit the utility.
5.
Restart the Workstation.
