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LS PRO OWNER'S HANDBOOK 6/1
Using the Security System
Chapter 6
6 USING THE SECURITY SYSTEM
The Apricot LOC Technology v2.0 security system offers the
ability to control who is allowed to use the computer, when,
and to what extent. Properly used, the system helps to prevent
misuse and deter theft.
The security system operates in addition to the power-on
password that may be defined using the computer’s BIOS Setup
utility (see Chapter 3).
You need to read this chapter only if you are responsible for
configuring the security system. If you are simply a user of the
computer, turn to Appendix C, “Quick Guide To Security”,
for a brief overview.
Features of the security system
Security Setup in BIOS
The security system is enabled and configured from the LOC
Technology Setup dialog within the BIOS Setup utility. Access
to the BIOS Setup utility, and the LOC Technology Setup dialog,
can be controlled by the security system on a per-user basis.
KeyLOC card, user name and password
The security system obliges users to logon every time the
computer is turned on or rebooted. The logon sequence
intervenes before the power-on self-test (POST).
For a fully-authenticated logon the user must present three
items: a hand-held infrared device called a KeyLOC card, a user
name, and a password. In situations where full authentication
is deemed unnecessary, either the KeyLOC card or the user
name and password may be omitted.