Lenovo ThinkStation P300 - Manual (Page 46)

Attaching a cable lock
A cable lock can be used to secure devices, such as the keyboard and the mouse, by locking the device
cables to your computer. The cable lock attaches to the cable-lock slots on the rear of your computer. See
“Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 3.
To install a cable lock, do the following:
1. Insert the clip 1 into the cable-lock slot 4 .
2. Pull the cables you want to lock through the dents in the cable lock.
3. Press the clip 2 into the cable-lock slot 3 until it snaps into position.
3 4
5 6 7 8 /
Figure 9. Installing a cable lock
Using passwords
You can set a variety of passwords through the Microsoft Windows operating system and through the BIOS
of your computer to help deter unauthorized use of your computer.
BIOS passwords
You can use the BIOS Setup Utility program to set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to your
computer and data. The following types of passwords are available:
• Power-on password: When a power-on password is set, you are prompted to type a valid password each
time the computer is turned on. The computer cannot be used until the valid password is typed in.
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