Lenovo 3231 Personal Computer User Manual


 
Padlock
Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop such that the cover cannot be
removed when a padlock is installed.
Password protection
To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility
program to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are prompted
to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use. Refer to Chapter 4,
“Using the Setup Utility,” on page 59 for more information.
What to do next:
v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on
page 45.
Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS)
This section contains instructions on erasing some lost or forgotten passwords,
such as a user password. For more information about lost or forgotten passwords,
go to the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program.
To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, click Start All
Programs ThinkVantage Productivity Center.
To erase lost or forgotten passwords:
1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.
Figure 41. Installing a padlock
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