Computer Setup—Security
NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware
configuration.
Table A-1 Computer Setup—Security
Option Description
Setup Password Allows you to set and enable a setup (administrator) password.
NOTE: If the setup password is set, it is required to change Computer Setup options, flash the
ROM, and make changes to certain plug and play settings under Windows.
Power-On
Password
Allows you to set and enable a power-on password. The power-on password prompt appears after
a power cycle or reboot. If the user does not enter the correct power-on password, the unit will not
boot.
Password Options
(This selection appears
only if a power-on
password or setup
password is set.)
Allows you to enable/disable:
Stringent Password: This item only selectable while Setup Password is set.
NOTE: Disable the on-board password jumper’s (E49) ability to reset the setup passwords.
When enabling Stringent Password, losing the passwords may render the system permanently
unusable.
Device Security Allows you to set Device Available/Device Hidden (default is Device Available) for:
ł
System audio
ł
Network controller
ł
SATA Port 0
ł
SATA Port 1
USB Security Allows you to set Enabled/Disabled (default is Enabled) for:
ł
Front USB Ports
Ń
USB Port 3
Ń
USB Port 4
Ń
USB Port 8
Ń
USB Port 9
ł
Rear USB Ports
Ń
USB Port 0
Ń
USB Port 1
ł
Accessory USB Ports
Ń
USB Port 2
Ń
USB Port 7
36 Appendix A Computer Setup (F10) Utility, BIOS Settings