HTC 8500 - Manual (Page 82)

82 Managing Your Pocket PC Phone
5.5 Protecting Your Pocket PC Phone
There are two kinds of protection that you can set for your device:
• You can protect your SIM card from unauthorized use by
assigning a PIN (personal identification number). Your first PIN
will be given to you by your wireless service provider; you can
change the PIN later.
• Additionally, you can prevent unauthorized access to any part of
the device by using password protection. You can help keep your
data more secure by requiring a password every time the device
is turned on. You create your own password when you begin
using your device.
To protect your SIM card with a PIN
1. On the Phone screen, tap Menu > Options > Phone tab.
2. Tap Require PIN when phone is used.
3. To change the PIN at any time, tap Change PIN.
Tip Emergency calls can be placed at any time, without requiring a PIN.
To protect your device with a password
1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Lock.
2. Select the Prompt if device unused for check box, and in the
box to the right, select how long your device must be turned off
before a password is required. In the Password type box, select
the type of password you would like to use. Enter the password
and, if necessary, confirm the password.
If your device is configured to connect to a network, use an
alphanumeric password for increased security for your device.
3. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase that will help you remember your
password, but does not allow others to guess your password.
The hint will be displayed after the wrong password is entered
four times.
4. Tap OK. The next time the device is turned on, you will be
prompted to enter your password.