User's Manual

8 Securing your computer
To prevent others from accessing the data on your computer, select a screen lock method. For
increased security, consider encrypting the data on your computer.
Set a screen lock
1. To access Settings, touch the All apps icon, and then touch Settings.
2. Under PERSONAL, touch Security, and then under SCREEN SECURITY, touch Screen lock.
3. Under Choose screen lock, select one of the following types of screen locks, and then follow
the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: If you have previously set a screen lock, you must unlock the screen before changing
the lock settings.
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Slide—Unlock the screen by swiping to the right.
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Face unlock—Unlock the screen by looking at the screen.
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Pattern—Draw a simple pattern to unlock the screen.
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Pin—Enter four or more numbers to unlock the screen.
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Password—Enter four or more letters or numbers. This option provides the most
protection, if a strong password is selected
● Owner info—Enter text to be displayed when the screen is locked.
Encrypt your computer
You can encrypt all of your data, including accounts, app data, music and other media, and
downloaded information to provide additional protection in case the computer is stolen. If you encrypt
the computer, you must enter a PIN or password to decrypt the computer each time you turn it on.
CAUTION: Encryption cannot be reversed. A factory data reset must be performed, which erases
all of your data.
1. Set a lock screen PIN or password.
2. Charge the battery.
3. Plug in the computer.
CAUTION: Encryption may take an hour or more. If the encryption process is interrupted, you
will lose data.
1. To access Settings, touch Settings > Personal > Security > Encryption >Encrypt tablet .
2. Read the information about encryption carefully. The Encrypt tablet button is dimmed if your
battery's not charged or your computer's not plugged in. If you change your mind about
encrypting your computer, touch the back Button.
3. Touch Encrypt tablet.
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