Compaq 2230s Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7
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- Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 1
Security User Guide - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 2
such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Third Edition: June 2008 Document Part Number: 463798-003 Product notice This user guide describes features - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 3
in Computer Setup 4 BIOS administrator password ...5 Managing a BIOS administrator password 6 Entering a BIOS administrator password 7 Using 5 Using firewall software 6 Installing critical security updates 7 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only) 8 Installing a security cable - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 4
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* internal network adapter Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data HP ProtectTools Security Manager ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other BIOS administrator password - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 6
optional embedded security chip. ● Windows passwords are set only in the Windows operating system. ● If you forget the BIOS administrator password set in Computer Setup, you can use HP SpareKey to access the utility. ● If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 7
-level account. User password* Protects access to a Windows user account. *For information about setting a Windows administrator password or a Windows user password, select Start > Help and Support. Setting passwords in Windows 3 - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 8
Setting passwords in Computer Setup BIOS administrator passwords BIOS administrator password DriveLock master password is set under DriveLock Passwords during the enable process. When enabled as a BIOS administrator password, protects access to the computer contents when the computer turns on - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 9
entered, changed, or deleted. ● It must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, a BIOS administrator password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it thereafter with embedded numeric keypad number keys. ● It can include any combination of up to 32 letters and - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 10
message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > Change in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 11
password At the BIOS administrator password prompt, type your password (using the same kind of keys you used to set the password), and then press enter. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the BIOS administrator password, you must restart the computer and try again. BIOS administrator password 7 - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 12
Using Computer Setup DriveLock CAUTION: To prevent the DriveLock-protected hard drive from becoming permanently unusable, record the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password in a safe place away from your computer. If you forget both DriveLock passwords, the hard drive will be - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 13
message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > DriveLock in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 14
Entering a DriveLock password Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the computer (not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay). At the DriveLock Password prompt, type your user or master password (using the same kind of keys you used to set the password), and then press enter. - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 15
message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 16
message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > DriveLock in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 17
Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > Automatic the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 18
is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select System click Save in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. - or - Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 19
● Identification information about the computer model and the batteries. ● Specification information about the processor, cache, memory, ROM, " message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > System Information, - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 20
the screen. 2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup. 3. Use a pointing device Notebook Ownership Tag, and then enter the information. 5. Press enter when finished. 6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click Save in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 21
If the antivirus software is preinstalled, select Start > All Programs > McAfee > Managed Services > Total Protection. If the software is preloaded, select Start > All Programs > HP Software Setup, and then follow the instructions on the screen to load the McAfee Total Protection software. For more - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 22
instructions may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site. NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily resolve the problem - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 23
install the latest software from Microsoft. ● Obtain updates, as they are released, from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support. 19 - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 24
ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only) HP ProtectTools Security Manager software is preinstalled on select computer models networks, and critical data. For more information, refer to the HP ProtectTools online Help. 20 Chapter 7 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only) - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 25
8 Installing a security cable NOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2). 3. Insert the cable lock into the security - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 26
password changing 11 description 8 entering 10 removing 12 setting 9 F firewall software 18 H HP ProtectTools Security Manager 20 M McAfee Total Protection 17, 18 P passwords administrator 3 BIOS administrator 5 DriveLock 8 user 3 S security cable 21 security, protecting the computer 1 software - Compaq 2230s | Security - Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 - Page 27
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