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4.Choose your user password, which can be from one to eight alphanumeric characters in any combination. Type it in the Enter New Password field.

5.Press the Enter key once to move to the Confirm New Password field. Retype the password you just entered to verify it.

6.Commit your password to memory, and press the Enter key.

7.Press F10 to exit.

8.Select Yes in the Setup Confirmation window.

Changing or Removing the User Password

To change the password, do the following:

1.In the Enter Current Password field, type your current password.

2.In the Enter New Password field, type a new password; then retype it to verify.

To remove the password, do the following:

1.In the Enter Current Password field, type your current password.

2.Leave the Enter New Password field blank, and then press the Enter key twice.

Note: Make sure the Password on boot is set to Enabled if you need the password protection at power on.

To set a Supervisor Password:

Only a system administrator will be able to perform this procedure.

1.Turn on your computer. Press F2, while the initial screen is displayed. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens.

2.Select Security using the cursor directional keys.

3.Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key. The Set Supervisor Password window opens.

4.Choose your supervisor password; it can be from one to eight alphanumeric characters in any combination. Type it in the Enter New Password field.

5.Press the Enter key to move to the Confirm New Password field. Retype the password you just entered to verify it.

6.Commit your password to memory, and press the Enter key. Attention: You might want to note your password and keep it in a

safe place. If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo can not reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a Lenovo marketing representative to solve this problem. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

7.Press F10 to exit.

8.Select Yes in the Setup Confirmation window.

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Contents Lenovo 3000 Y410 User Guide Page Contents Appendix D. Notices Read This First Vi Lenovo 3000 Y410 User Guide Read This First Page This Guide and Other Publications Finding InformationFinding Information Caring for Your Computer Be Careful about Where and How You WorkImportant Tips Be Gentle with Your Computer Caring for Your ComputerCarry Your Computer Properly Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly Take Care in Setting PasswordsOther Important Tips Cleaning Your Computer Keyboard Cleaning the Cover of Your ComputerCleaning Your Computer Display Caring for Your Computer Getting Started Knowing the Parts Getting StartedTop View Lenovo 3000 Y410 Computer display Wireless LAN antennasStatus indicators Integrated camera only on specific modelsKeyboard Battery packPower button Microphone built-inTouch pad button Volume buttonEQ button Touch padOptical drive types vary by model Right-side ViewVideo jack Eject buttonLeft-side View PCI Express card slot Ieee 1394 connectorUSB 2.0 port left side Multi-media reader slotMemory RAM compartment Battery latch spring loadedBottom View SubwooferRear View Internal speaker Wireless LAN/Bluetooth* switchFront View Infrared portErgonomic Information Accessibility and ComfortQuestions about Vision? What If You are Traveling?Special Keys and Buttons BasicsNumeric Keypad Function Key Combinations Mute button Volume button Volume and Mute ButtonsUsing the Touch Pad Indicator Meaning Status IndicatorsPower Indicator General Tips for Preventing Problems Preventing ProblemsGetting Started Sequence of installation Path of drivers Installing Device DriversClick the Notification Area tab Learn How to Achieve All Day ComputingChecking Battery Status Your Computer BatteriesUsing the AC Adapter Handling the Battery Charging the BatterySecurity Using Audio DJUsing the Integrated Camera MultimediaTo set a User Password Using PasswordsTo set a Supervisor Password Changing or Removing the User PasswordHard Disk Passwords Changing or Removing the Supervisor PasswordChanging or Removing the HDD Passwords Getting Started Solving Computer Problems Frequently Asked Questions Solving Computer ProblemsDisplay Problems TroubleshootingKeyboard Problems Password ProblemSleep or Hibernation Problems Click Advanced Settings Computer Screen ProblemsBattery Problems Startup Problem Hard Disk Drive ProblemOther Problems Upgrading and Replacing Devices Replacing the BatteryReplacing Memory Replacing the BatteryReplacing Memory Replacing Memory Getting Help and Service Getting Help and ServiceGetting Help on the Web Calling the Customer Support Center Getting Help and Service Getting Help around the World Getting Help and Service Type Service Appendix A. Warranty InformationWarranty Information Product or Country or Region Type Machine Warranty PeriodCourier or Depot Service Types of Warranty ServiceCustomer Replaceable Unit CRU Service On-site ServiceWarranty Service Telephone Numbers Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone NumbersPage Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs Page Display Appendix C. Features and SpecificationsFeatures Storage deviceFeatures Specifications SpecificationsSpecifications Appendix D. Notices Wireless Interoperability Wireless related informationTelevision output notice Usage Environment and Your Health FAXFederal Communications Commission FCC Statement Electronic Emissions NoticesJapanese Vcci Class B Statement Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance StatementAvis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada European Union EMC Directive Conformance StatementGeneral Recycling Statement EU Weee StatementsJapan Recycling Statements Lenovo 3000 Y410 User Guide Page Lenovo 3000 Y410 User Guide Trademarks Page Camera 11, 12, 23 IndexPart Number