Imation LOCK, LOCK SECURITY APPLICATION PROGRAM V1.08-B, SECURITY APPLICATION PROGRAM V1.08-B Manual

Imation Data Storage and Information Management	Document No.: M0-001-1408-8
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Imation LOCK

User Manual

Security Application Program

V1.08 - B

Imation Data Storage and Information Management	Document No.: M0-001-1408-8
	Effective:	25-Sep-2006
	Version:	B
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		Table of Contents
A.	Introduction ........................................................................................................................		2
B.	General Description............................................................................................................		2
C.	Features ..............................................................................................................................		2
D.	Before Using the Security Application Program – Imation LOCK....................................		2
E.	Introduction to Imation LOCK...........................................................................................		4
	E1.	Main Screen............................................................................................................	4
	E2.	Set Password / Change Password...........................................................................	4
	E3.	Disable Password ...................................................................................................	7
	E4.	Unlock Device........................................................................................................	8
	E5.	Configure Partition Sizes......................................................................................	10
F.	Checking the Security Application Program – LOCK’s Version .....................................		13
G.	Running the Program As Privileged User ........................................................................		14
H.	FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions .................................................................................		14

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A.Introduction

¾This Imation LOCK security application program applies to secure series of products only. Usage of this AP on other products is prohibited.

¾This security application program – Imation LOCK is designed for Windows base operating system only.

¾Windows 98 users, please install driver first before plugging in your device and running this application program.

¾Windows 2000 users, please upgrade to Service Pack 3 (SP3) or Service Pack 4 (SP4) first before using this security product and application program.

¾Plug in ONE device at a time. DO NOT plug in two or more secure device at the same time when running this security application program –Imation LOCK.

B.General Description

This product is a USB Flash Memory Storage Device with a security function. This security function provides you with a high level of privacy for your personal data.

This device allows you to set up your own password (with a maximum of 16 characters). It also allows you to adjust the public and secure partitions.

The Imation LOCK provides users with convenience and privacy, as well as high security data on your USB flash memory storage device.

C.Features

(a)Disk Free - program is stored on the device, so you don’t have to carry the program on a CD-ROM or floppy disk. Latest upgrades can be found at www.Imation.com

(b)Easy to Operate – program is pictorial with easy to understand icons and friendly descriptions.

(c)Customized Password – users can choose their own personal password (1 to 16 characters in length).

(d)Fixed Password Retry – users are allowed to retype their password 5 times, when typing in the wrong password for the sixth time, the drive will be re-formatted to protect the data from being exposed to others.

(e)Friendly Reminder – password hint function is available in case the user forgets his/her password. Users can set up their own password hint with a message up to 32 characters long.

(f)Multi Language Support – supports English, Japanese, Simplify Chinese, Traditional Chinese language interface, will auto detect the language used by operating system. Default interface is set to English.

D.Before Using the Security Application Program – Imation LOCK

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Upon plugging the device into a USB port, your operating system should recognize the device and display a “Removable Disk” icon. This is the “Public” partition. The security application program – Imation LOCK will be stored in this area as well as the “Secure” partition area.

Partition 1 – Secure Area

The secure area is password protected and can be accessed by typing in the correct password only. If NO password exists, you can view either of the 2 partitions, but no partition is secure.

Secure

Partition

Partition 2 – Public Area

This area is “Always Open” to all users using the device. Users can read / write data to this area any time. The security application program – Imation LOCK is resident in this partition. Password security will only apply to the secure partition and will not affect this partition.

Public

Partition

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E. Introduction to Imation LOCK

E1. Main Screen

About

Set Password

Disable Password

Password Hint

Configure size

Log Out

Move the mouse cursor over the icons, and the description of the button will appear within seconds.

E2. Set Password / Change Password

Press the top right hand button to setup or change your password.