HTC p6300 User Guide

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82  Managing Your Pocket PC Phone
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.
Notes 
• 
 
Each time a wrong password is entered, the device response time gets 
longer until the device appears to be not responding.
 
•   If you forget your password, you must follow the instructions in this user 
manual to clear the memory before you can access your device.
To change your password
1. 
Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Lock. You will be prompted to 
enter your current password.
2. 
In the Password box, enter your new password.
3. 
On the Hint tab, enter a phrase that will help you remember your new 
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.
To display owner information on the ‘my info’ screen
Having your contact information displayed on the ‘my info’ screen on 
startup allows for easy identification of the device in case it is lost.
1. 
Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Owner Information.
2. 
On the Options tab, select the Identification information check box.