User manual SONY VAIO VPC-F121GX/BC

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[. . . ] Password Bank for quick web site access (page 127) You can substitute fingerprint authentication for entering information (user accounts, passwords, etc. ) required to access the password-protected web sites. File Safe feature to encrypt/decrypt data (page 127) With the File Safe feature, you can encrypt files and folder to create an encrypted archive. To decrypt or access such encrypted archives, you can use the fingerprint authentication or enter the password you specified for encryption. Application launcher function for quick application access (page 127) Once you have assigned an application to your finger, you can then swipe the finger across the fingerprint sensor to launch the assigned application. n 122 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Precautions on Using Fingerprint Authentication The fingerprint authentication technology does not ensure complete user authentication or complete protection of your data and hardware. Sony assumes no liability for any problems and damages arising out of your use of or inability to use the fingerprint sensor. The fingerprint recognition rate depends on your operating conditions and varies among individuals as well. Be sure to make a backup copy of the data stored on the built-in storage device, especially in the encrypted archives created with the File Safe feature, before sending your computer for repair. Sony assumes no liability for any loss or modification of your data that might have occurred during the course of repair. In case the built-in storage device has to be initialized, for example after the repair work, the fingerprint templates will be lost. You will have to register them all over again. The maintenance and management of data concerning fingerprint authentication must be carried out at your own risk. You may not be able to use the Password Bank feature depending on the web site you access. Using the File Safe Feature With the File Safe feature, you can create an encrypted archive to include a file and/or folder for protection against unauthorized access. The encrypted archive can be decrypted or unlocked for included file/folder access by swiping your finger across the fingerprint sensor or entering the backup password you specified for encryption. For detailed information, see the help file included with the Protector Suite QL. Using the Application Launcher The application launcher feature is available on your computer for launching your preferred application (executable file) that is assigned to one of your fingers with a registered fingerprint. Once you have assigned an application to your finger, you can launch the assigned application simply by swiping the finger across the fingerprint sensor. For detailed information, see the help file included with the Protector Suite QL. n 128 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Erasing the Registered Fingerprints Before disposing of your computer or transferring it to a third person, it is strongly recommended you erase the fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor after erasing the data stored on your built-in storage device. To erase the registered fingerprints 1 2 Turn on the computer. Press the F2 key when the VAIO logo appears. If not, restart the computer and press the F2 key several times when the VAIO logo appears. Press the < or , key to select Security to display the Security tab. Press the m key to select Clear Fingerprint Data and press the Enter key. At the confirmation prompt, select Continue and press the Enter key. The fingerprint data registered on the fingerprint sensor is erased automatically after your system restarts. 3 4 5 n 129 N Customizing Your VAIO Computer Setting Up Your Computer with the VAIO Control Center The VAIO Control Center utility allows you to access system information and to specify preferences for system behavior. To use the VAIO Control Center 1 2 3 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. [. . . ] http://www. sony. net for other Sony products. You need to set up an Internet connection before you can access the online features described here. n 210 N Trademarks Trademarks Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Control Center, VAIO Power Management, VAIO Power Management Viewer, VAIO Update, and "BRAVIA" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. and "Memory Stick, " "Memory Stick Duo, " "MagicGate, " "OpenMG, " "MagicGate Memory Stick, " "Memory Stick PRO, " "Memory Stick PRO-HG, " "Memory Stick Micro, " "M2, " and the Memory Stick logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Walkman is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. Blu-ray DiscTM and the Blu-ray Disc logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. Intel, Pentium, Intel SpeedStep, and Atom are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. [. . . ]