Dell GX620 manual Option Settings, Assigning a System Password, Typing Your System Password

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NOTICE: If you leave your computer running and unattended without having a system password assigned, or if you leave your computer unlocked so that someone can disable the password by changing a jumper setting, anyone can access the data stored on your hard drive.

Option Settings

You cannot change or enter a new system password if either of the following two options is displayed:

•Set — A system password is assigned.

•Disabled — The system password is disabled by a jumper setting on the system board.

You can only assign a system password when the following option is displayed:

•Not Set — No system password is assigned and the password jumper on the system board is in the enabled position (the default setting).

Assigning a System Password

To escape from the field without assigning a system password, press <Tab> or the <Shift><Tab> key combination to move to another field, or press <Esc> at any time before you complete step 5.

1.Enter system setup and verify that Password Status is set to Unlocked.

2.Highlight System Password, and then press the left- or right-arrow key.

The option heading changes to Enter Password, followed by an empty 32-character field in square brackets.

3.Type your new system password.

You can use up to 32 characters. To erase a character when entering your password, press <Backspace> or the left-arrow key. The password is not case sensitive.

Certain key combinations are not valid. If you enter one of these combinations, the speaker emits a beep.

As you press each character key (or the spacebar for a blank space), a placeholder appears in the field.

4.Press <Enter>.

If the new system password is less than 32 characters, the whole field fills with placeholders. Then the option heading changes to Verify Password, followed by another empty 32-character field in square brackets.

5.To confirm your password, type it a second time and press <Enter>.

The password setting changes to Set.

6.Exit system setup.

Password protection takes effect when you restart the computer.

Typing Your System Password

When you start or restart your computer, the following prompt appears on the screen.

If Password Status is set to Locked:

Type the password and press <Enter>.

If you have assigned an administrator password, the computer accepts your administrator password as an alternate system password.

If you type a wrong or incomplete system password, the following message appears on the screen:

** Incorrect password. **

If you again type an incorrect or incomplete system password, the same message appears on the screen. The third and subsequent times you type an incorrect or incomplete system password, the computer displays the following message:

** Incorrect password. **

Number of unsuccessful password attempts: 3

System halted! Must power down.

Even after your computer is turned off and on, the previous message is displayed each time you type an incorrect or incomplete system password.

NOTE: You can use Password Status in conjunction with System Password and Admin Password to further protect your computer from unauthorized changes.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex GX620 Systems Users Guide LegacySelect Technology Control Advanced FeaturesManageability Password Protection SecurityOption Settings Assigning a System PasswordTyping Your System Password If Password Status is set to LockedAdministrator Password Deleting or Changing an Existing System PasswordAssigning an Administrator Password Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator PasswordSystem Setup Disabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New PasswordEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options SystemVideo Boot Sequence Changing Boot Sequence for the Current BootBooting to a USB Device Changing Boot Sequence for Future BootsMemory Key Floppy DriveClearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos Settings Jumper Setting DescriptionPower Management Sleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XPHyper-Threading Click Hardware and click Device ManagerBack to Contents Battery Replacing the BatteryReplace the computer cover Before You Begin Recommended ToolsTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerPage Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Chassis Intrusion SwitchMini Tower Computer Desktop Computer Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Small Form Factor Computer Ultra Small Form Factor ComputerResetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and MonitorMouse CDs and DVDsBack to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Desktop Computer Abbreviations and AcronymsModel Dcne August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Find It Here Finding InformationSupport.dell.com Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License Click Users and system guides and click Users guidesBack to Contents Online Services Getting HelpTechnical Assistance Ftp.dell.comProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Technical Support ServiceBefore You Call Contacting DellArgentina Buenos Aires ArubaAustralia Sydney 0011Cayman Islands Chile SantiagoChina Xiamen ColombiaWebsite support.euro.dell.com Home and Small Business France Paris MontpellierCorporate Germany LangenIreland Cherrywood JamaicaWebsite support.jp.dell.com Japan KawasakiLuxembourg MacaoWebsite support.ap.dell.com Malaysia Penang MexicoPoland Warsaw Portugal Website support.euro.dell.comPuerto Rico St. Kitts and NevisSwitzerland Geneva Website support.ap.dell.com TaiwanWebsite support.ap.dell.com Thailand Trinidad/TobagoVirgin Islands VenezuelaGlossary Page Device driver See driver Docking device See APRPage Page Key combination Page NIC See network adapter Processor Page Video resolution See resolution System tray See notification areaBack to Contents Memory DDR2 Memory OverviewRemoving Memory Addressing Memory With 4-GB ConfigurationsReplacing/Adding Additional Memory Replace the computer cover Back to Contents About Your Mini Tower Computer Mini Tower ComputerFront View Back-Panel Connectors Back ViewSetup Options Inside Your Computer System Board ComponentsJumper Settings Mini Tower Computer Jumper Setting DescriptionPCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Installing a PCI CardPCI Cards Replace the computer cover Removing a PCI Card Installing a PCI Express Card PCI Express CardsPage Removing a PCI Express Card Installing a Serial Port Adapter Serial Port AdaptersPage Removing a Serial Port Adapter Removing the Computer Cover General Installation Guidelines Connecting Drive CablesDrive Interface Connectors DrivesPower Cable Connectors Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesIDE Drive Power Connector Serial ATA Power Connector Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Removing a Hard DriveReplace the computer cover Adding a Second Hard Drive Drive-Panel Inserts Page Installing the Floppy Drive Removing the Floppy DriveCD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Back to Contents Removing the I/O Panel PanelReplacing the I/O Panel Back to Contents Processor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name AWG WireDC Power Connector P4 Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG WireDC Power Connectors P8 and P9 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG WireMini Tower Computer Specifications Connectors Expansion BusDrives Key CombinationsPower Controls and LightsPhysical EnvironmentalBack to Contents FCC Notices U.S. Only FCC Notices U.S. OnlyClass a Class B FCC Identification Information Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversCreating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreUsing the Optional Drivers and Utilities CD Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateBooting From the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XPWindows XP Setup Back to Contents Replacing the System Board Mini Tower System Board ScrewsDesktop System Board Screws Small Form Factor System Board ScrewsReplace the computer cover Back to Contents Desktop Computer About Your Desktop ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer Desktop Computer Jumper Setting Description Jumpered unjumpered PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page Removing a PCI Card From the Riser-Card Cage Replace the computer cover Installing a PCI Express x16 Card Removing a PCI Express x16 Card Serial Port Adapters Installing a Serial Port Adapter in the Riser-Card Cage Removing a Serial Port Adapter From the Riser-Card Cage Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Drives CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Replace the CD/DVD drive Installing a Hard Drive Back to Contents Panel Page Processor Installing the Processor Page Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Power Supply VCC +5V Red DC Power Connector P3 Back to Contents Desktop Computer Specifications Expansion Bus Microsoft Windows XP, brings up the Windows Physical Small Form Factor Computer About Your Small Form Factor ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer Small Form Factor Computer Jumper Setting Description PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Page Serial Port Adapters Removing a Serial Port Adapter Removing the Computer Cover Serial ATA Connector Remove the computer cover Installing a Hard Drive Replace the computer cover CD/DVD Drive Installing a CD/DVD Drive Floppy Drive Remove the floppy drive Replace the CD/DVD drive Remove the system board Processor Installing the Processor Page Captive screw in housing Small Form Factor Computer Specifications Expansion Bus Controls and Lights Small Form Factor Computer Model Dcsm August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Solving Problems Battery ProblemsDrive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsKeyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsHard drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveOther software problems Computer does not start upComputer stops responding Program stops respondingMemory Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Restoring Default SettingsIf the power light is blinking amber Verify that the printer is recognized by WindowsSerial or Parallel Device Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsRun the speaker diagnostics No sound from speakersVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to readAdjust the Windows display settings Mini Tower Computer Model Dctr August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 Models DCTR, DCNE, DCSM, and Dccy March 2005 N8071 Rev. A00 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveDell Diagnostics Main Menu Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionSystem Lights Option FunctionDiagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionBeep Codes Code CauseError Messages Diskette subsystem reset failed Run the Dell DiagnosticsClick the Change or Remove Program icon Decreasing available memoryNo boot device available No timer tick interrupt Run the Dell DiagnosticsRead fault Requested sector not found Reset failed Write fault Write fault on selected driveResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Microsoft Windows XPClick Performance and Maintenance and click System Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Model Dccy August 2006 N8071 Rev. A02 About Your Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Ultra Small Form Factor ComputerSide View Back-panel connectors Connecting a VGA Monitor Connecting Two MonitorsJumper Settings Attaching the Cable Cover Cable Cover OptionalRemoving the Cable Cover Connecting the Power Adapter Badge If applicable, remove the cable cover System Board Power Serial ATA Power Connector Hard Drive Replace the computer cover Back to Contents Installing a Device When Your Computer Is Turned Off Module BaySecuring a Device in the Module Bay Replace the computer cover Processor Page Replace the cable cover, if used Ultra Small Form Factor Computer Specifications Drives One serial ATA controller supporting one device Power Warranty Microsoft Windows XP Features Transferring Information to a New ComputerUser Accounts and Fast User Switching Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkClick Checklist for creating a network
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