Imation LOCK, LOCK SECURITY APPLICATION PROGRAM V1.08-B, SECURITY APPLICATION PROGRAM V1.08-B User 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
¾ This Imation LOCK security application program applies to secure series of
products only. Usage of this AP on other products is prohibited.
¾ This security application program – Imation LOCK is designed for Windows base
operating system only.
¾ Windows 98 users, please install driver first before plugging in your device and
running this application program.
¾ Windows 2000 users, please upgrade to Service Pack 3 (S P3) or Service Pack 4
(SP4) first before using this security product and application program.
¾ Plug in ONE device at a ti me. 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 p assword 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 Securit y 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 ar ea 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
Move the mouse cursor over the icons, and the description of the button will
appear within seconds.
E2. Set Password / Change Password
Configure size
Log Out
Press the top right hand button to setup or change your password.
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