Setting a Windows password allows you to protect your VAIO computer from
unauthorized access by requiring password entry when the computer is turned
on or returns from power saving mode to Normal mode.

Setting/Changing the Power-on Password

You can set a password (power-on password) for booting up your VAIO
computer, using the BIOS function. Entry of the power-on password will be
prompted after the VAIO logo appears to start the computer.

Removing the Power-on Password

If power-on password input for booting up your VAIO computer is no longer
necessary, follow these steps to remove the machine password and user
password.

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