Dell YT465 manual Computer Tracking Software, If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen

•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 74).

2Load the security management software: a Turn on (or restart) your computer.

b When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.

c In the drop-down menu, select Wave EMBASSY Trust Suite and press <Enter> to create the icons for the software components on the computer desktop.

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

Using the Security Management Software

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

Click Start→ All Programs→ Wave EMBASSY Trust Suite→ Getting Started Guide.

Computer Tracking Software

Computer tracking software may enable you to locate your computer if it is lost or stolen. The software is optional and may be purchased when you order your Dell™ computer, or you can contact your Dell sales representative for information about this security feature.

NOTE: Computer tracking software may not be available in certain countries.

NOTE: If you have computer tracking software and your computer is lost or stolen, you must contact the company that provides the tracking service to report the missing computer.

If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen

•Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer. Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the name, address, and phone number of the law enforcement agency. If possible, obtain the name of the investigating officer.

NOTE: If you know where the computer was lost or stolen, call a law enforcement agency in that area. If you do not know, call a law enforcement agency where you live.

•If the computer belongs to a company, notify the security office of the company.

Securing Your Computer

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