Acer 650 Series manual Using passwords

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42	1 Getting to know your TravelMate

4If PlatinumKey is being used for the very first time, it will ask "Would you like to link to 360 Degree Web secure website server to backup the information on your Smart Card?" The default answer is Yes, and it will enable you to store your information (excluding the Credit Cards) on the 360 Degree Web secure website server for backup purposes in case the card is lost/stolen. If you choose No, you will only be able to save My Info, Credit Cards and 5 Websites on your Smart Card.

5Log in to a website where you are already registered.

6PlatinumKey automatically stores your login data and asks for your confirmation to automatically log you in the next time you access the site. Click Yes and continue browsing.

7To close PlatinumKey when you are finished browsing, right-click on the PlatinumKey icon on your Windows taskbar and select Close PlatinumKey.

PlatinumKey provides a list of all the logon pages that you have stored. To go directly to any site on the list either double-click it or select it and click the Go button. Also, you can click the View button to view the selected website information including Web Name, User Name, Password, and Web URL. Similarly, type the first letter(s) of a site on the list, and the site will be searched and selected.

You can Edit and Delete the sites as well as other information, and Save or Cancel the changes you made, by selecting the button corresponding to each command.

Using passwords

Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data:

•Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS Utility. Once set, you must key-in this password to gain access to the BIOS Utility. See “BIOS Utility” on page 56.

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

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

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Contents TravelMate 650 series User’s guidePage Your guides Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Page Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexTravelMate Page Description TravelMate tourFront open view Front view Description Left view Right view PC Card slot Accepts one Type II PC CardRear view Bottom view Description Display FeaturesPerformance MultimediaExpansion ConnectivityHuman-centric design and ergonomics Indicators Icon Function DescriptionBattery Lights orange when the battery is charging Lock keys Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadKey Description Windows keysHot keys Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Page Mail Detection Launch key Default applicationLaunch Keys Page Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons AcerMedia bay StorageHard disk Playing DVD movies Using softwareEjecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Region code Country or regionAdjusting the volume AudioPower management Moving around Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Preparing the computerWhat to bring to long meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to short meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeWhat to bring with you Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Securing your computer Using a computer security lockUsing the Smart Card Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Encrypt/Decrypt Change PasswordSmart Card Manager Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwordsGetting to know your TravelMate Computer Page Connectivity options Built-in network featureExpanding through options Fax/data modemFast infrared Universal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardInstalling memory Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Port expansion devicesPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Using system utilities Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook ManagerBios Utility Launch ManagerTroubleshooting my Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Printer does not workTroubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionBefore you call Requesting serviceInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Data storage MicroprocessorMemory Display and videoEnvironment Weight and dimensionsPorts Options PowerSystem Appendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement Macrovision copyright protection notice Lithium battery statementLCD pixel statement Tick notice Index Installing Upgrading Warranty Windows keys International Traveler’s Warran