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Information Technology
Data Encryption FAQ
Overview
- What is encryption?
- Which computers will be included in our encryption program?
- Who will install encryption software on my computer?
- What change will I see after encryption software is installed?
- Will I see encryption happening?
- Will encryption change how I use applications?
- Can I use encrypted media on my home PC?
- Do I access encrypted media the same way on any PC?
- What if I need encryption software removed?
- May I take my encrypted laptop when traveling internationally?
Removable Media Encryption Basics
Removable Media Encryption Basics
- What is removable media encryption?
- What are EMS and Dell Data Protection Encryption?
- How does media encryption work?
- Will encryption change how I use applications?
- Can I use encrypted media on my home PC?
- Do I access encrypted media the same way on any PC?
- What media or devices can be encrypted?
- Will I be prompted to encrypt every device connected to my PC?
- Will my phone or any memory cards inserted in my phone be encrypted?
- Will a memory card in my phone ever be encrypted?
- If prompted, should I encrypt memory cards that are used in my phone?
- What if a removable device no longer functions properly after encryption?
Passwords and Password Recovery
Passwords and Password Recovery
- What is a removable media password?
- Is the password for my encrypted media the same as my Windows password?
- Do I use the same password for all my encrypted media?
- What passwords are valid for encrypted media?
- What happens if I mistype my password?
- What happens if I mistype my password 5 times?
- What should I do if I forget my password?
- Does recovery require a connection to the UC Irvine Medical Center network?
- How do I complete service desk assisted recovery?
- Can I change my password without calling the service desk?
Working with Unprotected Removable Media
Accessing Encrypted Media from Your UC Irvine Medical Center Computer
Accessing Encrypted Media from a Non-UC Irvine Medical Center Computer
Accessing Encrypted Media from a Non-UC Irvine Medical Center Computer
- Can I work with my encrypted media via my home computer?
- How do I access encrypted media from a non-UC Irvine Medical Center computer?
- How do I know which option to choose?
- Will I always have both access options from a non-UC Irvine Medical Center PC?
- How do I install the encryption software on my home PC?
- If I bring home a different encrypted device, will I have to install the EMS Service again?
- How do I access my encrypted media if I can't install software on my PC?