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    Security User Guide
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    to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors
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    ...17 Using Computer Setup stringent security 18 Setting stringent security 19 Removing stringent security 20 Viewing Computer Setup System Information 21 4 Using antivirus software 5 Using firewall software 6 Setting up automatic online updates 7 Installing a security cable Index ...26 iii
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    iv
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    drive, diskette drive, or internal network adapter Unauthorized access to data Boot options feature in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Operating system updates Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other Setup password in Computer Setup* system identification information
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    set in Computer Setup and are managed by the system BIOS. ● The embedded security password can be enabled in Computer Setup to provide BIOS Call technical support or your authorized service provider for additional information. ● If you forget both the power-on password and the setup password set in
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    Setting passwords in the operating system Operating system passwords Root password User password Function Protects access to an operating system root-level account. Protects access to an operating system user account. Setting passwords in the operating system 3
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    exits Hibernation. Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by DriveLock. It is also used to remove DriveLock protection. This password is set under DriveLock Passwords during the enable process. Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by DriveLock, and is
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    system root password, although both passwords can be identical. ● It is not displayed as it is set, entered, changed, or deleted. ● It must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, a setup password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it thereafter with
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    message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Setup Password, and then press enter. ● To set a setup password and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. 6 Chapter 2
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    Entering a setup password At the Setup password prompt, type your setup password (using the same kind of keys you used to set the password), and then press enter. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter the setup password, you must restart the computer and try again. Setup password 7
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    on. Note the following characteristics of a power-on password: ● It is not displayed as it is set, entered, changed, or deleted. ● It must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, a power-on password set with keyboard number keys will not be recognized if you enter it thereafter with
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    Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Power-On password, and then press enter. ● To set a power-on exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. Power-on password
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    Entering a power-on password At the Power-on 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 password, you must turn off the computer, turn it back on, and then
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    computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Password options, and then press File > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Power-on password 11
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    you forget both DriveLock passwords, the hard drive will be permanently locked and can no longer be used. DriveLock protection prevents unauthorized access drive, a user password and a master password must be set in Computer Setup. Note the following considerations about using DriveLock protection
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    the confirmation field, and then press f10. 9. To exit DriveLock settings, use the arrow keys to select Esc. 10. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts
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    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. After 2 incorrect attempts to enter the password, you must shut down the computer and try again. 14 Chapter
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    settings in Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when
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    DriveLock protection To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to
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    restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Boot options or System Configuration > Port options. Then press enter and use the arrow keys to select
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    Using Computer Setup stringent security CAUTION: To prevent the computer from becoming permanently unusable, record your configured setup password, power-on password, or smart card PIN in a safe place away from your computer. Without these passwords or PIN, the computer cannot be unlocked. The
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    Setting stringent security To enable stringent security in Computer Setup, follow these steps: 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys
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    f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Password options File > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. 20
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    , cache and memory size, and system ROM. To view this general system information, follow these steps: 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use the
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    in most cases, repair any damage they have caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be updated. For more information about antivirus software and computer viruses, type viruses in the Search box in Help and Support. 22 Chapter 4 Using antivirus
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    about you, the computer, and your personal files. Use the firewall software preinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy: ▲ Select Computer > a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform,
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    have a network connection in order to receive automatic online updates. To set up automatic online updates: 1. Select Computer > Control Center > YaST > Security and Users > Automatic Online Update. 2. Select the Enable Automatic Update check box. 3. Select your preferred options for the automatic
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    , 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 cable slot on the computer (3), and then
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    15 description 12 entering 14 removing 16 setting 13 F firewall software 23 P passwords DriveLock 12 power-on 8 root 3 setup 5 user 3 R root password 3 S security cable 25 security, protecting the computer 1 software antivirus 22 automatic updates 24 firewall 23 stringent security 18 U user
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