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    Security User Guide
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    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 or omissions contained herein. First Edition: March 2006 Document Part Number: 406809-001
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    security features Device security ...11 Computer Setup stringent security ...11 Setting stringent security 12 Removing stringent security 12 Computer Setup System Information 13 Computer Setup System IDs ...14 4 Antivirus software 5 Firewall software 6 Critical security updates (select models
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    8 Security cable 9 Fingerprint reader (select models only) Using the fingerprint reader ...29 Registering fingerprints ...29 Step 1: Set up the fingerprint reader 30 Step 2: Use your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows 31 Index ...33 iv ENWW
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    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 Credential Manager for ProtectTools ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● ProtectTools Security Manager
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    2 Chapter 1 Security features ENWW
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    set in Computer Setup, the hard drive that is protected by the passwords is permanently locked and can no longer be used. The following tables list commonly used Computer Setup and Windows passwords and describe their functions. Computer Setup passwords Setup password Power-on password DriveLock
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    keypad. NOTE Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys. ● Must be entered at a Computer Setup prompt. A password set in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt. Tips for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow
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    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 password
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    power-on password set with keyboard 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 > Power-On password, and then press enter. ● To set a power-on password: Type
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    password on restart, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to enable or disable the password feature, 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 Computer Setup power-on password
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    the computer, not into an optional docking device or external MultiBay, in order for it to be accessed by the DriveLock passwords. To apply DriveLock protection to an internal hard drive, a user password and a master password must be set in Computer Setup. Note the following considerations about
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    drive you have selected, type DriveLock in the confirmation field, and then press f10. 9. 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. ENWW Computer Setup
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    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 HDD Bay Password prompt, type your user or master password (using the same kind of keys you used to set the password), and then press
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    changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. 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
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    > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. Removing stringent security To remove stringent security in Computer Setup: 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while
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    The System Information feature in Computer Setup provides 2 types of system information: ● Identification information about the computer model and the battery packs. ● Specification information about the processor, cache, memory, ROM, video revision, and keyboard controller revision. To view this
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    the information or your preferences, 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. Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts. 14 Chapter 3 Computer Setup security features ENWW
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    , antivirus software must updated. Norton Internet Security is preinstalled on the computer. For information about using the Norton Internet Security software, select Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security > Help and Support. For more information about computer viruses, type viruses in
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    16 Chapter 4 Antivirus software ENWW
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    you, the computer, and your information. Use the firewall software preinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy. Firewall features include 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,
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    18 Chapter 5 Firewall software ENWW
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    Updates for Windows XP disc: 1. Insert the disc into the drive. (The disc automatically runs the installation application.) 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all updates. (This may take a few minutes.) 3. Remove the disc. Additional updates to the operating system and other software
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    20 Chapter 6 Critical security updates (select models only) ENWW
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    Manager for ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools ● Smart Card Security for ProtectTools ● Java Card Security for ProtectTools Depending on your computer model, add-on modules may be preinstalled, preloaded, or downloadable from the HP Web site. Visit http://www.hp.com for more
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    module and management of the owner pass phrase. ● User Drive for protecting user data. ● Management functions, such as backing up and restoring the key hierarchy. ● Support Windows. On select models, the TPM embedded security chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS
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    such as using a smart card to log on to Windows. ● Single sign-on capability that automatically remembers credentials for Web sites, applications, and protected network resources. ● Support for optional security devices, such as smart cards and fingerprint readers. For more information, refer to the
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    gives users better access to system security features that are managed by Computer Setup. With BIOS Configuration for ProtectTools, you can ● Manage power-on passwords and setup passwords. ● Configure other power-on authentication features, such as enabling smart card passwords and embedded security
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    manages the smart card setup and configuration for computers ● Access smart card security features. Security enhancements are supported by the optional ProtectTools Smart Card and a smart the smart card. ● Back up and restore smart card BIOS passwords that are stored on the smart card. For more
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    the Java Card setup and configuration for Access Java Card security features. Security enhancements are supported by the optional ProtectTools Java Card and a smart used with Credential Manager for ProtectTools. ● Work with the BIOS to enable Java Card authentication in a preboot environment, and
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    8 Security cable NOTE The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. To install a security cable: 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
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    28 Chapter 8 Security cable ENWW
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    of using a Windows password. Whether you are using an HP computer with an integrated fingerprint reader or an optional fingerprint reader, two steps are required for fingerprint logon to Windows: 1. Set up the fingerprint reader. 2. Use your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows. ENWW Using
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    right hand. When you click a finger, it will be outlined to show it has been selected. 7. Continue swiping the same finger over the fingerprint sensor until the finger on the screen turns green. NOTE The progress indicator advances after each finger swipe. Multiple swipes are necessary to register
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    repeat steps 1 through 9. Step 2: Use your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows To log on to Windows using your fingerprint: 1. Immediately after you have registered your fingerprints, restart Windows. 2. In the upper-left corner of the screen, click Log on to Credential Manager. 3. At the
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    32 Chapter 9 Fingerprint reader (select models only) ENWW
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    password 8 power-on password 6 setup password 5 stringent security 11 Credential Manager for ProtectTools 23 critical updates, software 19 D device security 11 DriveLock password changing 10 description 8 entering 10 removing 10 setting 9 E Embedded Security for ProtectTools 22 F fingerprint reader
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