Acer 1620 Series manual Securing your computer, Security slot, Setting a password

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Securing your computer

Your computer features hardware and software security solutions, in the form of a slot for a Kensington lock and a password facility.

Security slot

A slot for a Kensington slot enables you to physically protect your computer from theft. Use this feature as follows:

Wrap a security lock cable around a heavy or immoveable object, such as a drawer handle on a file cabinet, or a table leg.

Insert the lock into the slot on the computer, turn it 90°, and then lock it in place.

Setting a password

Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. When set, no one can access the computer without entering the correct password.

There are three types of passwords you can set:

1Supervisor Password secures your computer against unauthorized entry to and use of the BIOS Utility.

2User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use.

3Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk.

Important! Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk passwords! If you forget your passwords, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center.

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You can set the passwords using the BIOS Utility.

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Contents Acer Aspire 1620 Series Page First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packEnglish Contents Software Moving with your computerTroubleshooting English Your computer Page Front view Tour of your computerDescription Getting familiar with your computer Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Performance FeaturesDisplay MultimediaHuman-centric design ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsIcon Description Indicators on coverSpecial keys KeyboardLock keys Lock Key DescriptionEmbedded keypad Desired Access Num Lock On Num Lock OffKey Description Windows keysHot Key Icon Function Description Hot keysEnglish Euro symbol Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left Button Right Way Tap Scroll Key Launch keys Launch Key Default ApplicationStorage Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray Ejecting the optical drive trayEthernet and LAN Connectivity optionsFax/Data modem Audio Securing your computer Setting a passwordSecurity slot English Battery power Page Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Conditioning a new battery packInstalling and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimizing battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningPower management English Options Page External input devices External display devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Audio devices PrinterPC Card Expansion devicesMiscellaneous options Battery packAC adapter Memory upgrade Key component upgradesInstalling memory Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Preparing the computer Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings What to bring to long meetingsWhat to bring with you Taking the computer homeSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeWhat to take with you Traveling internationally with your computer English Software Page Launch Manager System softwareBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen There is no audio coming from my computerKeyboard does not respond My external microphone does not workOptical drive cannot read a disc Printer does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Specifications Page Memory MicroprocessorData storage Display and videoAudio Weight and dimensionsKeyboard and pointing device PortsEnvironment PowerOperating system OptionsEnglish Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices for your computer FCC notice Energy Star Guidelines ComplianceOperation conditions Modem noticesRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesList of Applicable Countries TBREnglish Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice LCD pixel statementRadio Device Regulatory Notice European Union EU GeneralExposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 FCC RF safety requirementFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity for CE marking English Index Troubleshooting English Index