Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport User Manual - Page 167
Security Settings, Device Administration, Encryption
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Security Settings Configure options for securing information on your phone. Device Administration Some applications, such as Corporate email, may require you allow access to your device by device administrators in certain circumstances, such as if your device is lost or stolen. Some features a device administrator might control include: ● Setting the number of failed password attempts before the device is restored to factory settings. ● Automatically locking the device. ● Restoring factory settings on the device. Configure Device Administration Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Device administrators: Tap to view, enable, or disable device administrators. • Android device manager: When enabled, Android Device Manager can lock or erase a lost device. Unknown sources: Tap the check box to enable or disable your phone's ability to install apps from sources other than Google Play Store. Encryption You can encrypt accounts, settings, downloaded apps and their data, media, and other files. After encryption, you must enter the PIN or password you set each time you turn on your phone. You can also encrypt information stored on an optional installed memory card (not included). Encryption may take an hour or more to complete. Start with a charged battery, and keep the device on the charger until encryption is complete. Interrupting the encryption process may result in the loss of some or all data. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Encrypt device: Tap Set screen lock type to start, and then follow the prompts to encrypt information. Encrypt external SD card: Tap Set screen lock type to start, and then follow the prompts to encrypt information on an optional installed memory card (not included). Tip: To perform encryption, your battery must be charged to at least 80%. It is best to plug your phone in and leave it charging during the encryption process. Settings 156