Compaq 310300-006 Compaq Armada 3500 Series Reference Guide - Page 101
Using Passwords Properties, Using the Power-On Password, Using Computer Setup
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Using Passwords Properties Passwords Properties (Start Æ Settings Æ Control Panel Æ double-click Passwords Æ Passwords Properties) allows you to protect your computer against unauthorized use. If you want to set the power-on password, QuickLock or QuickBlank, click the Computer Security tab. Using the Power-On Password The power-on password is a security feature that prevents use of the computer when it is turned on until a secret word or code is entered. This prevents unauthorized access to your information. If you establish a power-on password, you must enter it each time you turn on the computer. IMPORTANT: You cannot use the computer if you forget your power-on password. Therefore, Compaq recommends that you record your password and put it in a safe place. Establishing the Power-On Password Using Computer Setup The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer when it is turned on or resumed from Suspend, Hibernation, or QuickLock/QuickBlank. CAUTION: You cannot use the computer if you forget your poweron password. Therefore Compaq recommends that you record your password and put it in a safe place. To establish your power-on password in Computer Setup: 1. Run Computer Setup. 2. Click the System Features icon Æ Security Management menu. 3. Under Power-On Password, click Set. Security Features 13-3 COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED Writer: Lorise Fazio Saved by: J Abercrombie Saved date: 12/08/98 2:20 PM Part Number: 310296-002 File name: Ch13.doc