Dell 760 Trusted Platform Module TPM, Security Management Software, Enabling the TPM Feature

NOTE: On the ultra small form factor computer, the security cable slot is located on the back of the computer (see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide that ships with your computer for more information).

NOTE: Before you purchase an antitheft device, make sure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer.

Antitheft devices usually include a segment of metal-stranded cable with an attached locking device and key. The documentation that comes with the device contains instructions for installing it.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

NOTE: Computers shipping into China are not equipped with TPM.

NOTE: The TPM feature supports encryption only if the operating system supports TPM. For more information, see the TPM software documentation and the help files that came with the software.

TPM is a hardware-based security feature that can be used to create and manage computer-generated encryption keys. When combined with security software, the TPM enhances existing network and computer security by enabling features such as file protection capabilities and protected e-mail. The TPM feature is enabled through a system setup option.

CAUTION: To secure your TPM data and encryption keys, follow the backup procedures documented in the Archive and Restore section of the

EMBASSY Security Center help file. In the event of these backups being incomplete, lost, or damaged, Dell will be unable to assist in the recovery of encrypted data.

Enabling the TPM Feature

1.Enable the TPM software:

a.Enter System Setup (see Entering System Setup).

b.Select Security® TPM Security and press <Enter>.

c.Under TPM Security, select On.

d.Save and exit the system setup program.

2.Activate the TPM setup program:

a.Enter System Setup (see Entering System Setup).

b.Select Security® TPM Activation and press <Enter>.

c.Under TPM Activation, select Activate and press <Enter>.

NOTE: You only need to activate TPM once.

d.Once the process is complete, the computer either restarts automatically or prompts you to restart your computer.

Security Management Software

The security management software is designed to utilize four different features to help you secure your computer:

•Log-in management

•Pre-boot authentication (using a fingerprint reader, smart card, or password)

•Encryption

•Private information management

For information about how to use the software and the different security features, see Getting Started Guide for the software:

Click Start® All Programs® Wave Systems Corp® Getting Started Guide.