Dell NY105 manual Security Management Software, Enabling the TPM Feature

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.

NOTICE: To secure your TPM data and encryption keys, follow the backup procedures documented in the Broadcom Secure Foundation Getting Started Guide. 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

1Enable the TPM software:

a Restart the computer and press <F2> during the Power On Self Test to enter the system setup program.

b Select Security→TPM Security and press <Enter>. c Under TPM Security, select On.

d Press <Esc> to exit the setup program. e If prompted, click Save/Exit.

2Activate the TPM setup program:

a Restart the computer and press <F2> during the Power On Self Test to enter the system setup program.

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

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

NOTE: You only need to activate the program once.

dOnce 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

Activating the Security Management Software

NOTE: You must first enable the TPM in order for the security management software to have full functionality.

1Enable the TPM feature (see "Enabling the TPM Feature" on page 72).

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