Gateway M275X User Guide - Page 187
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Power To create a startup password: 1 Restart your convertible tablet PC. As soon as you see a startup screen, press F2. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, then highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. You must set the supervisor password in order to set the user (startup) password. 3 Highlight Set User Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. This is the password you need to enter at startup. 4 Highlight Password on boot, then select Enabled by pressing the spacebar. 5 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. When you start your convertible tablet PC, you are prompted to enter the user password you set in Step 3. Power ■ Take your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. If you are traveling internationally, take power plug adapters. ■ Take a portable surge protector to protect your convertible tablet PC from power surges. ■ To get the best performance from your convertible tablet PC, avoid using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient power management settings. ■ For information on conserving battery power, see "Conserving battery power" on page 162. ■ For information on using alternate power sources, see "Using alternate power sources" on page 163. ■ For information on monitoring the battery charge, see "Monitoring the battery charge" on page 156. www.gateway.com 177