IBM 8183 manual Rope clip, Cover lock, Password protection

Rope clip

Using a 3/16 in (5 mm) security rope clip (sometimes referred to as a U-bolt), a steel security cable, and a padlock you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. For computers designed to accommodate the rope clip, knockouts at the rear of the chassis are provided.

To install a rope clip:

1.Remove the cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 10.

2.Use a tool, such as a screwdriver, to remove the two metal knockouts.

3.Insert the rope clip through the rear of the chassis and install the nuts using either an adjustable or an appropriate sized wrench.

4.Replace the cover.

5.Thread the security cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not part of or permanently attached to the building structure or foundation, and from which it cannot be removed; then fasten the cable together with a lock.

Cover lock

Your computer comes with a built-in key lock or a provision to install a key lock such as those provided by the Illinois Lock Company. The mailing address is: Illinois Lock Company

301 W. Hintz Road Wheeling, IL 60090-5754 USA

Password protection

To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the IBM Setup Utility program to set a password. When you turn on your computer you are prompted to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use.

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