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Using Locks
To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can lock the cover, sliding door,
and keyboard.
Locking the Cover and Sliding Door
You can use the cover lock and keys to secure the outside cover and the sliding
door on the front panel. You can lock both the sliding door and the computer
cover, the cover only, or neither. If the sliding door is closed when you lock the
cover, the sliding door is locked. If the sliding door is open when you lock the
cover, the sliding door is not locked.
If you lock the cover without locking the sliding door, and then you want to lock
the door also, do the following:
1. Unlock the cover.
2. Close the sliding door.
3. Lock the cover again, thus locking the sliding door also.
Two identical keys are provided with your computer. Locksmiths are not
authorized to duplicate these keys. You must order replacement keys from the key
manufacturer. The key serial number and the address of the manufacturer are on a
tag attached to the keys. You might want to record this information in the space
provided in Appendix A, “Computer Records” on page 107. Store the tag in a safe
place.
Locking the Keyboard
You can disable the keyboard so that others are unable to use it. If a power-on
password is set, the keyboard is locked when you turn on the computer. You must
type the correct password before the keyboard will unlock. You can enable the
power-on password feature with the Configuration/Setup Utility program. See
“Setting and Changing a Power-On Password” on page 30.
Some operating systems have a keyboard and mouse lock-up feature. Check the
documentation that comes with your operating system for more information.
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