Dell Vostro 1200 (Early 2009) - Manual (Page 70)

70 Securing Your Computer
Computer Tracking Software
Computer tracking software may enable you to locate your computer if it is
lost or stolen. The software is optional and may be purchased when you order
your Dell™ computer, or you can contact your Dell sales representative for
information about this security feature.
NOTE: Computer tracking software may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: If you have computer tracking software and your computer is lost or stolen,
you must contact the company that provides the tracking service to report the
missing computer.
Fingerprint Reader (Optional)
If your computer has the optional fingerprint reader, you can use the
Fingerprint Reader Suite to add biometric security to your computer. The
Fingerprint Reader Suite gives you the ability to enhance your security in the
following ways:
• Associate digitized images of your fingerprints with your user name,
password, and generated security keys in your own secure passport
• Use the fingerprint reader to manage OS-level authentication
• Register applications and web pages in a password bank so that you can use
the fingerprint reader to enter your password
• Launch a favorite application by swiping your finger over the fingerprint
reader
• Store confidential information in an encrypted folder
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
• Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer.
Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a
case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the
name, address, and phone number of the law enforcement agency. If
possible, obtain the name of the investigating officer.
NOTE: If you know where the computer was lost or stolen, call a law enforcement
agency in that area. If you do not know, call a law enforcement agency where you
live.
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