Acer 2350 manual Entering passwords, Setting passwords

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32	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security.

•Password on Boot secures your computer against unauthorised use. Combine the use of this password with password checkpoints on boot-up and resume from hibernation for maximum security.

Important! Do not forget your Supervisor Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorised service center.

Entering passwords

When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.

•When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you press <F2> to enter the BIOS Utility at boot-up.

•Type the Supervisor Password and press <Enter> to access the BIOS Utility. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press <Enter>.

•When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled, a prompt appears at boot-up.

•Type the User Password and press <Enter> to use the computer. If you enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press <Enter>.

Important! You have three chances to enter a password. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts. Press and hold the power button for four seconds to shut down the computer. Then turn on the computer again, and try again.

Setting passwords

You can set passwords using the BIOS Utility.

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Contents TravelMate 2350 Series Users GuidePage First things first Your guidesTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Taking care of your AC adaptorCleaning and servicing Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Front open view TravelMate tourDescription Front view English Left view Right viewHDD Rear view Bottom view Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaConnectivity ExpansionIndicators Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key Description CapsEmbedded numeric keypad Desired action Num Lock on Num Lock offWindows keys Key DescriptionHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Fn+EscEuro symbol Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Launch key Default application Launch keysTouchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Tap Button Storage Hard discOptical drive Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayPlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Adjusting the volume Power managementAudio Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to take to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to take with you Special considerationsTraveling with the computer Setting up a home officeTraveling internationally with the computer What to bring with you Using passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsComputer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/Data modem Built-in network feature Universal Serial Bus Inserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Upgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Acer eManager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager Bios Utility Multilingual operating system installation Acer disc-to-disc recoveryRestore without a Recovery CD Setup password and exit Troubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionRequesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call English Specifications Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoPorts Weight and dimensionsEnvironment System PowerOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensTBR Modem noticesList of Applicable Countries For modem with approval number PTC 211/03/008 For modem with approval number PTC 211/01/030 Important safety instructions English LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio Device Regulatory Notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 English 2004/11/01 English Index