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Thus fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. • Startup sequence control For more information, see “Selecting or changing the startup device sequence” on page 84. • Startup without keyboard or mouse Your computer is able to log in to the operating system without keyboard or mouse connected. • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Trusted Platform Module is a secure cryptoprocessor that can store cryptographic keys that protect information stored in your computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2013 Locking the computer cover Locking the computer cover helps prevent unauthorized people from gaining access to the inside of your computer. Your computer comes with a padlock loop so that the computer cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 7. Installing a padlock 32 ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Attaching a Kensington-style cable lock You can use a Kensington-style cable lock to secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. The cable lock attaches to the security-lock slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key or combination depending on the type selected. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order such a cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: Figure 8. Kensington-style cable lock Using passwords You can set a variety of passwords through the Microsoft Windows operating system and through the BIOS of your computer to help deter unauthorized use of your computer. BIOS passwords You can use the BIOS Setup Utility program to set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and data. The following types of passwords are available: • Power-On Password: When a Power-On Password is set, you are prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on. The computer cannot be used until the valid password is typed in. For more information, see “Power-On Password” on page 82. • Hard Disk Password: Setting a Hard Disk Password prevents unauthorized access to the data on the hard disk drive. When a Hard Disk Password is set, you are prompted to type a valid password each time you try to access the hard disk drive. For more information, see “Hard Disk Password” on page 82. Chapter 4. Security 33 • Administrator Password: Setting an Administrator Password deters unauthorized users from changing configuration settings. If you are responsible for maintaining the configuration settings of several computers, you might want to set an Administrator Password. For more information, see “Administrator Password” on page 82. You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, using passwords improves computing security. Windows passwords Depending on your version of the Windows operating system, you can use passwords for a variety of features, including controlling login access, access to shared resources, network access, and individual user settings. For more information, see “Help and Support” on page 111. Configuring the fingerprint reader If your keyboard has a fingerprint reader, you can configure the fingerprint reader in the Setup Utility program. The Fingerprint Setup submenu under the Security menu of the Setup Utility program provides the following options: • Preboot Authentication: enables or disables the fingerprint authentication for accessing the BIOS. • Erasing Fingerprint Data: clears the fingerprint data stored in a fingerprint reader. To configure the fingerprint reader, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. 2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Security . Fingerprint Setup, and press Enter. The Fingerprint Setup window opens. 3. Select Preboot Authentication or Erasing Fingerprint Data as desired, and press Enter. 4. Select the desired settings and press Enter. 5. Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program. Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit. Using and understanding firewalls A firewall can be hardware, software, or a combination of both depending on the level of security required. Firewalls work on a set of rules to determine which inbound and outbound connections are authorized. If your computer is preinstalled with a firewall program, it helps protect against computer Internet security threats, unauthorized access, intrusions, and Internet attacks. It also protects your privacy. For more information about how to use the firewall program, refer to the help system of your firewall program. The Windows operating system preinstalled on your computer provides the Windows Firewall. For details on using the Windows Firewall, refer to “Help and Support” on page 111. Protecting data against viruses Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program to help you guard against, detect, and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your compute...
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