Parameter

Description

Options

Set

When this function is selected, the following message

 

Supervisor/User

appears at the center of the screen to assist you in

 

Password

creating a password.

 

 

ENTER PASSWORD

 

 

Type the password, up to eight characters, and

 

 

press<Enter>. The password typed now will clear any

 

 

previously entered password from CMOS Memory. You

 

 

will be asked to confirm the password. Type the password

 

 

again and press <Enter>. You may also press<ESC> to

 

 

abort the selection.

 

 

PASSWORD DISABLED

 

 

To disable password, just press<Enter> when you are

 

 

prompted to enter password with empty. A message will

 

 

confirm the password being disabled.

 

 

If you have selected “System” in “Security Option” of

 

 

“BIOS Feature Setup” menu, you will be prompted for the

 

 

password every time the system reboots or any time you

 

 

try to enter BIOS Setup. If you have selected “Setup” at

 

 

“Security Option” from “BIOS Features Setup” menu, you

 

 

will be prompted for the password only when you enter

 

 

BIOS Setup.

 

 

Supervisor Password has higher priority than User

 

 

Password. You can use Supervisor Password when

 

 

booting the system or entering BIOS Setup to modify all

 

 

settings.

 

 

 

 

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Acer M5640, M1640 manual Enter Password

M1640, M5640 specifications

The Acer 1640, M1640, and 1640Z are part of Acer's well-received line of desktop computers that cater to both home users and small businesses. These models are recognized for their balance of performance, design, and affordability, making them an attractive option for budget-conscious consumers.

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