IBM 2621483 User Guide - Page 97

Using Passwords 3. Select System Security and press Enter. The "System Security" submenu appears. 4. Select the type of password you want to change or remove, and press the left/right arrow key to remove the current password. Note: If you want to change or remove the hard disk password, you need to enter the hard disk password correctly. 5. To set a new password, type your desired new password and press Enter. If you do not want to set a new password, do not type anything in the password boxes. 6. Type your new password again and press Enter to verify it. Note: Write down the password and keep it in a safe place. Note: You can also set, remove and change the power-on and setup passwords using the Notebook Manager program. See "Notebook Manager" on page 31. Do Not Forget Your Password If you forget your setup password, you have to take your computer to an IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the password reset. Proof or purchase is required, and an additional charge might be required for the service. Attention: If you forget your hard disk password, you can no longer access the hard disk. The password cannot be reset and you will lose all data and files on the hard disk. To use the computer, you will need to replace the hard disk. This replacement will incur expenses for parts and labor. Protecting Your Computer 81