Toshiba Tecra M3-S212TD User Guide - Page 192
Setting user-level passwords, Using an instant user-level password
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192 Keeping Your Files Safe Setting user-level passwords Setting user-level passwords Setting a password lets you walk away from your computer, secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files. When you set a password, you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again. Toshiba supports the following types of user-level passwords on your computer: ❖ A power-on password-Prevents unauthorized users from starting or restarting the computer. ❖ An instant password-Secures your open programs and files when you need to leave the computer temporarily. Make sure you use a password you can remember easily. If you ever forget your password, contact your network administrator. A good way to prevent forgetting your password is to create a password service diskette. Refer to "Setting a power-on (userlevel) password" on page 193 for instructions. Using an instant user-level password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke. Use this feature when you leave your desk for a few minutes and do not want to turn off the computer. 1 Press and hold Fn, then press F1. The screen goes blank. 2 To return to work, move the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device or press a key. On the logon screen, select a user. 3 For the selected user: ❖ If you have not registered a user password, press Enter.