User`s guide
Bitdefender detects when your laptop has switched to battery power and it
automatically enters Laptop Mode. Likewise, Bitdefender automatically exits Laptop
Mode, when it detects the laptop is no longer running on battery.
To turn on or off automatic laptop mode, follow these steps:
1. Open the Bitdefender window.
2. Click the Settings button on the upper toolbar.
3. In the Settings Overview window, select General.
4. In the General Settings window, select the General tab.
5. Turn on or off automatic laptop mode by clicking the corresponding switch.
If Bitdefender is not installed on a laptop, turn off automatic laptop mode.
5.6. Password-protecting Bitdefender settings
If you are not the only person with administrative rights using this computer, it is
recommended that you protect your Bitdefender settings with a password.
To configure password protection for the Bitdefender settings, follow these steps:
1. Open the Bitdefender window.
2. Click the Settings button on the upper toolbar.
3. In the Settings Overview window, select General.
4. In the General Settings window, select the General tab.
5. Turn on password protection by clicking the switch.
6. Click the Change password link.
7. Enter the password in the two fields and then click OK. The password must be
at least 8 characters long.
Once you have set a password, anyone trying to change the Bitdefender settings
will first have to provide the password.
Important
Be sure to remember your password or keep a record of it in a safe place. If you forget
the password, you will have to reinstall the program or to contact Bitdefender for
support.
To remove password protection, follow these steps:
1. Open the Bitdefender window.
2. Click the Settings button on the upper toolbar.
3. In the Settings Overview window, select General.
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