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Security User Guide - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 2
© Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U. S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. ENWW iii - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice ENWW - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 5
2 Using passwords Setting passwords in Windows ...3 Setting passwords in Computer Setup 4 Setup password ...5 Managing a setup password 5 Entering a setup password 5 Power-on password ...6 Managing a power-on password 6 Entering a power-on password 7 Requiring a power-on password at restart - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 6
Index ...20 vi ENWW - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 7
reset of Computer Setup (f10) passwords Stringent security feature in Computer Setup* Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or Boot options feature in Computer Setup* internal network adapter Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data HP - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 8
the computer or exit Hibernation. Call technical support or your authorized service provider for additional information. ● If you forget both the user password and the master DriveLock password set in Computer Setup, the hard drive that is protected by the passwords is permanently locked and can no - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 9
Windows passwords Function Administrator password* User password* Protects access to a Windows administrator-level account. 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 - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 10
or 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 - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 11
, 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. Entering a setup password At the Setup password prompt, type your setup password (using the same kind of keys you used to set the - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 12
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 password, type the password in the New password and Verify new password fields, and then press f10. ● To change a power-on password, type the - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 13
> Password options, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to select Enable or Disable in the Require password on restart field, and then press f10. 4. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. ENWW Power - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 14
. DriveLock can be applied only to the internal hard drive(s) of the computer. After DriveLock protection is applied to a drive, a password must be entered to access the drive. The drive must be inserted into the computer, not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay, in order for it - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 15
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 > DriveLock passwords, and then press enter. 3. Select the location of the hard drive you want to protect, and then press f10. 4. Use the arrow - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 16
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 > DriveLock passwords, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the internal hard drive, and then press f10. 4. Use the arrow keys - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 17
and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. 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 - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 18
remove 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 to select Security > Password - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 19
Information feature in Computer Setup provides 2 types of system information: ● Identification information about the computer model and the batteries. ● Specification information about the processor, cache, memory, ROM, video revision, and keyboard controller revision. To view this general system - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 20
password in Computer Setup. To manage this feature, 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 follow the instructions on the screen. Your - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 21
antivirus software When you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you expose the computer to computer viruses. Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security > Help and Support. For more information about computer viruses, type viruses in the Search field in Help and - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 22
: 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 solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then reenable the firewall. To - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 23
have become available after the computer was shipped. To be sure all available updates are installed on the computer observe these guidelines: ● Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft. ● Obtain updates, as they are released, from the Microsoft Web site and through - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 24
(select models only) Select computer models include HP ProtectTools Security Manager. This software can be accessed through Windows Control Panel. It provides security features that help protect against unauthorized access to the computer, networks, and critical data. For more information, refer - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 25
8 Installing a security cable NOTE: The 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 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 26
11 critical updates, software 17 D device security 11 DriveLock password changing 10 description 8 entering 10 removing 10 setting 9 F firewall software 16 H HP ProtectTools Security Manager 18 P passwords administrator 3 DriveLock 8 power-on 6 setup 5 user 3 S security cable 19 20 Index security - Compaq 6910p | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 27
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