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Customizing Your VAIO Computer
Setting the Password
Use one of the BIOS functions to set the password.
Once you have set the password, you will have to enter the password after the VAIO logo appears. In this way, you can protect your computer from unauthorized access.
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You cannot start your computer without entering the password. Make sure not to forget the password.
If you forget the password and need assistance to cancel it, a cancellation fee will be charged.
Adding the Password
To add the password
1Turn on your computer.
2Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. The BIOS setup screen appears.
3Use the < or , key to select Security on the Boot menu to display another screen, select Change Supervisor Password, and then press the Enter key.
4On the password entry screen, enter the password twice and press the Enter key. The password should be up to 6 alphanumeric characters long.
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The following is to configure your computer to prompt password entry when you turn on your computer or display the BIOS setup screen.
5Select Password Check under Security.
Press the Enter bar to change the setting from Setup to Always.
6Press the Esc key.
7Use the < or , key to select Exit and then Exit (Save Changes); and press the Enter key. On the Setup Confirmation screen, confirm that OK is selected and then press the Enter key.