Acer TravelMate 5744Z - Manual (Page 65)

Securing your computer - 65
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E C U R I N G Y O U R C O M P U T E R
Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of.
Learn how to protect and take care of your computer.
Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch
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and passwords.
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SING A COMPUTER SECURITY LOCK
The notebook comes with a Kensington-compatible security slot for a

security lock.
Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such
as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Insert the lock into the notch and
turn the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available.
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SING PASSWORDS
Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting
these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your
computer
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and data:
• Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility.
Once set, you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS
utility. See "BIOS utility" on page 13.