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86 Managing Your Pocket PC Phone
5.6 Protecting Your Pocket PC Phone
There are two kinds of protection that you can set for your device:
• You can protect your SIM card from unauthorized use by assigning
a PIN (personal identification number). Your first PIN will be given to
you by your wireless service provider; you can change the PIN later.
• Additionally, you can prevent unauthorized access to any part of the
device by using password protection. You can help keep your data
more secure by requiring a password every time the device is turned
on. You create your own password when you begin using your device.
To protect your SIM card with a PIN
1. On the Phone screen, tap Menu > Options > Phone tab.
2. Select the Require PIN when phone is used check box.
3. To change the PIN at any time, tap Change PIN.
Tip Emergency calls can be placed at any time, without requiring a PIN.
To protect your device with a password
1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Lock.
2. Select the Prompt if device unused for check box, and in the box to
the right, select how long your device must be idle before a password
is required. In the Password type box, select the type of password
you would like to use. Enter the password and, if necessary, confirm
the password.
If your device is configured to connect to a network, use an
alphanumeric password for increased security for your device.
3. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase that will help you remember your
password, but does not allow others to guess your password.
The hint will be displayed after the wrong password is entered four
times.
4. Tap OK. The next time the device is turned on, you will be prompted
to enter your password.