9The file described below is necessary for recovering the Fingerprint authenticationdata. Back up this file periodically in a safe location such as removable disk to avoiddata loss resulting from some accidents. We recommend you to store the file in aremovable disk or network drive because the benefit of Fingerprint authenticationsecurity can be reduced if you keep the file in the internal hard disk drive.The backup password described below is necessary for bypassing the Fingerprintauthentication. We recommend you set the backup password using the “ManageFingerprints” wizard. If you do not define the backup password, you may lose yourdata in case of authentication hardware failure.File used by each user• Backup user passport data(Default name: .vtp)You need this file when you replace the embedded fingerprint device, or thehard disk drive, or when reinstalling Windows. This file contains the finger-prints, encryption keys, and logon authentication data.Password used by each user• Backup password for enrollmentThis backup password can be used in case of hardware failure to bypass thefingerprint authentication.BackupHow to Backup:Select “Identify” in “Account Operations” to save the user data.A Start “Control Center” (Î page 8)B Click [Identify] - [Account Operation]For further information, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.A Start “Control Center” (Î page 8)B Click [Help] - [Help].NOTEThe passwords other than those explained above are also used for secu-rity, so do not lose them. For further information, refer to the Protector SuiteHelp menu.A Start “Control Center” (Î page 8)B Click [Help] - [Help].CAUTIONUseful Information