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Securing your computer, Security cable lock, Smart cards and fingerprint readers – Dell Precision M6300 (Late 2007) User Manual

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Securing Your Computer

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Securing Your Computer

Security Cable Lock

NOTE:

Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock.

A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the
lock, attach it to the security cable slot on your Dell™ computer. For more
information, see the instructions included with the device.

NOTICE:

Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the

security cable slot on your computer.

Smart Cards and Fingerprint Readers

NOTE:

For information on how to secure your computer while traveling, see

"Traveling With Your Computer" on page 229.

NOTE:

The smart card feature may not be available on your computer.

Smart cards are portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated
circuits. Using smart cards can improve system security by combining
something a user has (the smart card) with something only the user should
know (a PIN) to provide more secure user-authentication than passwords
alone. See "Using Cards" on page 99more information.

A fingerprint reader is a strip sensor located on a peripheral device for your
computer. When you slide your finger over the reader, it uses your unique
fingerprint to authenticate your user identity and help keep your Dell™
computer secure.

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