5 Security

Protecting the device

Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.

Follow the procedures in this chapter to use the following features:

●Passwords

●Firewall software

●Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security)

●Critical security updates

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the device from being mishandled or stolen.

NOTE: Before you send your device for service, remove all password settings.

Device risk

Security feature

 

 

 

Unauthorized use of the device

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QuickLock

 

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Power-on password

 

 

 

Unauthorized access to data

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Firewall software

 

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Windows updates

 

 

Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other

Administrator password

system identification information

 

 

 

 

Ongoing or future threats to the device

Critical security updates from Microsoft

 

 

Unauthorized access to a Windows user account

User password

 

 

 

Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your device information. Several types of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the device.

CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the device, record each password you set. Because most passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place.

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