File Encryption; File Decryption - Medion AKOYA EXTREME X7810 Mode D'emploi

3. To do this, simply move your finger over the sensor. The „ Fast User Switching
Desktop"interface comes up.
With one or even several users already using the notebook, to register a new user,
simply move your finger over the sensor.
Note
Changes to system settings require administrator rights.

File Encryption

You will in addition have the possibility of setting up an additional access block for all files
and directories on your Notebook, for additional protection against external access to your
Notebook. During this, the files are converted into a format that cannot be read by
unauthorized users (encryption). It will only be possible to unblock or decrypt the files
with your main password or with a given security device after the encryption.
The encrypted files will have the 'opf' ending.
The encrypted directories will take over the name of the original directory, but will end
with 'opx'.
Attention
The sensor and finger should be clean of any foreign material when used.
1. Click on the file or the directory for which you would like to prevent unauthorized
access with the right mouse button, to encrypt a file or a directory.
2. Click on OmniPass – Encrypt File(s) in the Context menu. OmniPass will then
request you to authenticate yourself.
3. Click on OK when the encryption has been concluded.

File Decryption

1. Click on the file or the directory for which you would like to recreate normal access
with the right mouse button, to decrypt a file or a directory.
2. Click on OmniPass – Decrypt File(s) or on Open in the Context menu.
3. Both actions will lead to the circumstance that OmniPass will invite you to
authenticate yourself. The file will remain decrypted until you encrypt them again,
after the decryption. A renewed encryption will not take place automatically.
Securing the Notebook
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