Acer Aspire 1430 Aspire 1400 Notebook Service Guide - Page 48

Security The Security screen contains parameters that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use. The table below describes the parameters in this screen. Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings. Parameter User Password/ Supervisor Password Set User Password Set Supervisor Password Password on boot Description Shows the setting of the user password./ supervisor password. Press Enter to set the user password. When set, this password protects the BIOS Setup Utility from unauthorized access. Press Enter to set the Supervisor password. When set, this password controls access to the setup utility. Allows the user to specify whether or not a password is required to boot.When enabled, the user password protects the computer from unauthorized access during boot up. Option Clear or Set Disabled or Enabled NOTE: When you are prompted to enter a password, you have three tries before the system halts. Don't forget your password. If you forget your password, you may have to return your notebook computer to your dealer to reset it. Setting a Password Follow these steps: 42 Chapter 2