Dell manual 18Dell Precision 610 Mini Tower Systems User’s Guide

a new system password if the Disabled by umper option is displayed. When a system password is not assigned, the System Password setting shown is Not Enabled.

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For instructions on changing this setting, see “Password Status” found earlier in

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You can use up to seven characters in your password.

As you press each character key (or <Spacebar> for a blank space), a placeholder appears in the field.

The password assignment operation recognizes keys by their location on the key- board, without distinguishing between lowercase and uppercase characters. For example, if you have an M in your password, the system recognizes either M or m as correct.

Certain key combinations are not valid. If you enter one of these combinations, the speaker emits a beep.

To erase a character when entering your password, press <Backspace> or the left-arrow key.

NOTE: To escape from the field without assigning a system password, press

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The system password is now assigned and is Enabled. You can exit the System Setup program and begin using your system. Password protection takes effect after the system reboots.

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