IBM ThinkPad 380, Руководство пользователя

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Using a Password
Using Passwords
There are two types of passwords you can use to protect your
computer.
The
power-on password protects your computer from being used
by unauthorized persons.
The hard disk password protects the data on your hard disk drive
from being accessed by unauthorized persons.
Hints
You can display your personal information, such as your name or
address, on the password prompt screen. For details, see page
82.
Power-On Password
The computer provides you with a power-on password to protect it
from being used by unauthorized persons. If a power-on password
is set, the password prompt (
) appears on the screen whenever
you turn on the computer and reminds you to enter the password.
Do Not Forget Your Power-On Password!
If you forget your power-on password, you cannot reset it.
You have to take the computer to an IBM authorized reseller
or IBM marketing representative to have the password
canceled. An additional charge will be required for
disassembly and erasing the password.
Setting a Power-On Password
To set a power-on password:
1. Start Easy-Setup and click on Password.
To start Easy-Setup, press and hold F1 and turn on the
computer.
2. Click on Power-On ( ).
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IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D User's Guide