Acer NXM34AA005, PT.SHVP2.002, NU.SH3AA.007, NXM81AA018 manual Entering passwords, Setting passwords

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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 Generic User Guide Aspire SeriesPage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usageReplacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Operating environment Additional safety informationMedical devices Potentially explosive environments VehiclesEmergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisory Tips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneTurning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerFirst things first Your guidesTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Video Securing your computer Index Launching Acer Empowering Technology Acer Empowering TechnologyTo launch Acer Empowering Technology To launch Acer Empowering Technology applications To set the Empowering Technology password Empowering Technology passwordClick Create a new password Click OK to set the password Acer eAudio Management only for certain models To switch between power plans Acer ePower ManagementUsing power plans To create a new power planTo delete a power plan To edit a power planBattery status Empowering Technology Acer eDataSecurity Management only for certain models Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Function Description IndicatorsIcon Function Description Easy-launch buttonsTouchpad basics with fingerprint reader TouchpadFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Function Left button Right Main touchpad Button Touchpad basics with two-click buttonsUsing a computer security lock Lock key Description Using the keyboardDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadKeyDescription Windows keysHotkey Icon Function Description HotkeysSpecial keys only for certain models Euro symbolUS dollar sign Dolby Pro Logic AudioAcer PureZone only for certain models Tuba only for certain modelsDolby Natural Bass VideoDisplay only for certain models Dolby HeadphoneAcer Bio-Protection only for certain models Using the system utilitiesAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop Nothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respond Want to set up my location to use the internal modemPrinter does not work English International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningGeneral controls Acer Arcade DeluxeMovies CinemaNavigation controls Player controlsRecent Videos VideosPlaying a video file Advanced Live UpdateSettings HomeMediaDVD PhotoEditing Pictures AlbumsHelp AboutSnapshot Slideshow settingsBackground mode MusicPreparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving aroundWhat to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Consumer Infrared CIR only for certain models Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port only for certain models Universal Serial Bus USBExpressCard High-Definition Multimedia Interface only for certain modelsInserting an ExpressCard Installing memoryEjecting an ExpressCard English PAL/SECAM and Ntsc systems Connecting your TV and AV-in cables only for certain modelsAcer DVB-T digital antenna To set up the antenna AV-in cable Password Bios utilityBoot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recoveryPlaying DVD movies Using softwareRegion code Country or region Power management Burn backup discs Acer eRecovery ManagementManage user backups Create a user backupRestore Error messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries TBREnglish LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1b EMC Article 3.1a Health and SafetyRadio device regulatory notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications CD-ROM IndexEnglish

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