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Customizing Your VAIO Computer
Using Fingerprint Authentication with the TPM
With the TPM data encryption feature, using fingerprint authentication can strengthen computer security. For instructions on
how to use the TPM, see Using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (page 122).
To use fingerprint authentication with the TPM, your computer needs to be equipped with both a fingerprint sensor and the
TPM. See the online specifications to find out whether your model is equipped with them.
For detailed information on using fingerprint authentication with the TPM, click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, and
Help to read the help file.
Erasing the Enrolled Fingerprints
Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person, it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint
data enrolled on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your built-in flash memory storage or hard disk drive
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* Your computer is equipped with a built-in flash memory storage and/or a hard disk drive, depending on the model you purchased. See the online specifications to find out
about your storage device configuration.
To erase the enrolled fingerprints
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears.
The BIOS setup screen appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo
appears.
3 Press the < or , key to select Security to display the Security tab.
4 Press the
m key to select Clear Fingerprint Data and press the Enter key.
5 At the confirmation prompt, select Continue and press the Enter key.
The fingerprint data enrolled on the fingerprint sensor is erased automatically after your system restarts.