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Chapter 4. Security
This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use.
Security features
The following security features are available on your computer:
• Computrace Agent software embedded in rmware
The Computrace Agent software is an IT asset management and computer theft recovery solution.
The software detects if changes have been made on the computer, such as hardware, software, or
the computer call-in location.
Note: You might have to purchase a subscription to activate the Computrace Agent software.
• Ability to enable and disable devices and USB connectors
For more information, see “Enabling or disabling a device” on page 46.
• Integrated ngerprint reader (available on some models)
Depending on the models of your computer, the keyboard may have an integrated ngerprint reader. By
enrolling your ngerprint and associating it with you Windows password, you can log on to the Windows
operating system by swiping your nger over the reader, without typing a password. Thus ngerprint
authentication can replace Windows password and enable simple and secure user access.
• Startup sequence control
For more information, see “Selecting or changing the startup device sequence” on page 47.
• Startup without keyboard or mouse
Your computer is able to log in to the operating system without keyboard or mouse connected.
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