33English EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of.Learn how to protect and take care of your computer.Security features include hardware and software locks — a securitylock and passwords.Using a computer security lockA security keylock notch located on the rear panel of the computer letsyou connect a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object suchas a table or locked drawer handle. Insert the lock into the notch andturn the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available.Setting a passwordPasswords protect your computer from unauthorized access. When set,no one can access the computer without entering the correctpassword.There are three types of passwords you can set:1 Supervisor Password secures your computer against unauthorizedentry to and use of the BIOS Utility.2 User Password secures your computer against unauthorized use.3 Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventingunauthorized access to your hard disk.Important! Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk passwords! Ifyou forget your passwords, please get in touch with your dealeror an authorized service center.You can set the passwords using the BIOS Utility.