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Security features
v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models, see the ThinkVantage
Productivity Center program for more information)
v User and administrator passwords for BIOS access
v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) to secure
the cover
v Startup sequence control
v Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse
v Unattended start mode
v Hard disk I/O control
v Serial and parallel port I/O control
v Security profile by device
Preinstalled
software
Your computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating
system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are
included.
Operating systems, preinstalled (varies by model type)
Note: Not all countries or regions will have these operating systems.
v Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP Home Edition
v Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Operating
systems certified or tested for compatibility
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v Microsoft Windows 2000
v Linux
®
1. The operating systems listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press.
Additional operating systems might be identified by IBM as compatible with your computer following the publication of this
booklet. Corrections and additions to this list are subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or
tested for compatibility, check the Web site of the operating system vendor.
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