Lenovo ThinkPad 380ED ThinkPad 380 and 380D User's Guide - Page 94

Using a Password Using Passwords There are two types of passwords you can use to protect your computer. The power-on password protects your computer from being used by unauthorized persons. The hard disk password protects the data on your hard disk drive from being accessed by unauthorized persons. Hints You can display your personal information, such as your name or address, on the password prompt screen. For details, see page 82. Power-On Password The computer provides you with a power-on password to protect it from being used by unauthorized persons. If a power-on password is set, the password prompt ( ) appears on the screen whenever you turn on the computer and reminds you to enter the password. Do Not Forget Your Power-On Password! If you forget your power-on password, you cannot reset it. You have to take the computer to an IBM authorized reseller or IBM marketing representative to have the password canceled. An additional charge will be required for disassembly and erasing the password. Setting a Power-On Password To set a power-on password: 1. Start Easy-Setup and click on Password. To start Easy-Setup, press and hold F1 and turn on the computer. 2. Click on Power-On ( ). 74 IBM ThinkPad 380 or 380D User's Guide