Toshiba A45 Series manual Activating the power-on password, Click Security Click User password

54	Getting Started
	Using the computer for the first time

The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use.

Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.

Activating the power-on password

When you first turn on your computer, no password is required. But you can set up your computer so that a password is required to complete the powering up process in the future.

To activate the power-on password:

1Double-click the TOSHIBA Console icon on the desktop.

The TOSHIBA Console window appears. For more information see “TOSHIBA Console” on page 194.

2Click Security.

3Click User password.

4Follow the on-screen instructions.

The password requirement becomes active the next time you turn on your computer.

When the feature is active, you must enter the password during the power-on process. After typing your password, press the Enter key.

If the password is correct, the power-on process continues. If the password is incorrect, you will be prompted to try again.

If you forget your power-on password and therefore cannot turn on your computer, take your computer to a Toshiba authorized service center for help.