Acer 6000 Series manual PlatinumSecure Options

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PlatinumSecure Options

Click on the PlatinumSecure Options button to open the Smart Card Options window. It provides great flexibility to meet the various privacy protection needs of many different users.

Disable Smart Card Authentication

When Disable PlatinumPAS is selected, the PlatinumPAS Preboot Authentication System will be disabled.

When Disable PlatinumSecure is selected, the PlatinumSecure Windows Logon Authentication with the Smart Card will be disabled, which means that the protection of your notebook as well as other options under System Lock Option and Password Option will be disabled, too. The Smart Card password is required for this selection.

System Lock Option

When Lock system when the Smart Card is not in use (default) is selected, if the Smart Card is removed, the PlatinumSecure screensaver comes up and access to the system is locked. When Never lock the system after bootup is selected, there is no protection for the notebook after boot up, and Password Option is disabled.

Password Option

When Always enter password when the Smart Card is in use (default) is selected, the password is required whenever you need to regain access to the system while the Smart Card is inserted.

When Auto authenticate when Smart Card is in use is selected, no password is required. All you need to do is insert the Smart Card.

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Contents TravelMate 6000 series User’s GuidePage First things first Your guidesBasic care and tips for using your computer Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingTaking care of your AC adapter English Contents Troubleshooting my computer Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexYour TravelMate Page TravelMate tour Front open viewDescription Front view English Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view English Features PerformanceDisplay MultimediaConnectivity Human-centric design and ergonomicsExpansion Indicators Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Using the keyboard Special keysLock keys Lock key DescriptionDesired access Num lock on Num lock off Embedded numeric keypadWindows keys KeyHot keys Hot key Icon Function DescriptionEnglish Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control PanelEnglish Launch key Default application Launch KeysMail Detection Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Storage Hard diskAcerMedia bay Using software Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayPlaying DVD movies DVD movie will automatically play after a few seconds Region code Country or regionAdjusting the volume AudioDVIDigital Visual Interface DVI-Digital DVI-DDVI-Integrated DVI-I Power management Disconnecting from the desktop Moving around with your TravelMateMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to short meetingsWhat to bring to long meetings Setting up a home office What to bring with youSpecial considerations Traveling with the computer Traveling internationally with the computerWhat to bring with you Using a computer security lock Using the Smart CardSecuring your computer Registering your Smart Card Running PlatinumSecure PlatinumSecure Options Change Password Smart Card ManagerEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwordsSetting passwords Computer Page Expanding through options Connectivity optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast infraredUniversal Serial Bus Ieee 1394 port PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting a PC CardPort expansion devices Upgrade options Memory upgradeInstalling memory Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Using system utilities Click on Start, Programs, then Notebook ManagerBios Utility Launch ManagerEnglish My computer Page Frequently-asked questions Nothing appears on the screenImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computerWant to eject the optical drive tray without turning on Power. I cannot eject the optical drive tray Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Troubleshooting tips Error messages Error Messages Corrective ActionRequesting service International Traveler’s Warranty ITWBefore you call English Specification Page Microprocessor MemoryData storage Display and videoWeight and dimensions Keyboard and pointing devicePorts EnvironmentPower SystemOptions English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer FCC notice Use conditionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensTelecommunications notices TBRDeclaration of Conformity List of Applicable Countries Tick noticeImportant safety instructions Laser compliance statement Lithium battery statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Regulatory Notice GeneralEuropean Union EU Canada Industry Canada IC USA Federal Communications Commission FCCEnglish English 2004/2/26 English Index Upgrading Warranty Windows keys International Traveler’s Warran