Sony VGN-BX540BW - Manual (Page 7)

Setting the Password
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Power-on Password
Adding the Power-on Password
Once you have set the power-on password, you cannot start the computer without entering
the password. Make sure not to forget the password. Write down your password and keep
it safe and private from other people.
If you forget the power-on password and need assistance to reset, a password reset fee will
be charged, and your computer may need to be sent in for depot service for password reset.
You can substitute fingerprint recognition for password entry when turning on the
computer. For more information, see "Using Fingerprint Authentication" on page 14.
To add the power-on password
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 Use the < or , key to select Security to display the Security tab,
select Set Machine Password, and then press the Enter key.
4 On the password entry screen, enter a new password, enter the
same password again for confirmation, and then press the Enter key.
The password can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including
spaces) long.
5 Select Password When Power ON under Security.
Press the space bar to change the setting from Disabled to Enabled.
6 Use the < or , key to select Exit and select Exit (Save Changes);
and then press the Enter key.
On the Setup Confirmation screen, make sure that Yes is selected
and then press the Enter key.