MBP NVIDIA blackout - Change auto login in sys pref's?

I have an appointment in a couple of hours @ Apple Store... I when working at home check the auto login to the main user name I use to save time at boot up. Now I have to bring in my MBP and have them work on it. I have some proprietary stuff on the thing that I would like to have not available to who ever works on my computer, so, the question is HOW do I change the System Preferences for the auto startup to just boot up to the login window when I can't see the screen to use the mouse to change it?

Well, I brought it in without changing the auto-login, and they asked for the login password anyway, so I guess that my question was and would have been moot.
The 'genius' that 'helped' me, tested my MBP and said that it "failed - eligible processor not found" - and that I had to pay the flat rate + labor ($310) + taxes. The claimed resolution was to replace the MLB. Which is what they do when NVIDIA card is the claimed problem since it is soldered to the MLB. So, new questions are...
WHAT is the difference between my NVIDIA problem and the one they are claiming is the covered one???????
What recourses are there for we that have a NVIDIA problem that is not covered (other than biting the bullet and paying)??
I left my MBPro for the repair and it should be back in the store today for pickup. Is it possible the repair shop will tell the store to not charge me for the repair? (RE: Article: T52377)
As a MacAholic from 1984, I'm a bit upset at this...

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