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TPM PIN


note

The following feature is only available in Windows.


important

TPM PIN mode provides a single method of authentication—a numeric PIN.

You can only start the computer when you know the PIN. However, you can change the PIN.

After Safe Start, create your pre-boot PIN:

1.Type and confirm the pre-boot PIN, and click OK.

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2.The disk encryption process starts.

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3.After restarting, type the PIN code and press Enter to confirm the OK button.

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PIN Reset

You must reset the PIN if you forget or incorrectly type Full Disk Encryption PIN too many times.

1.Press the F1 key on the keyboard at the pre-boot login to access the recovery section.

2.Type the Recovery Code you received from your administrator.

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3.Type and confirm the New PIN and click OK.

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4.Click OK. The workstation will restart and you can use your new PIN code.

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