Compaq nx7300 Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista
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Security User Guide - Compaq nx7300 | 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 nx7300 | 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 nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice ENWW - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 5
the computer 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 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 6
Index ...20 vi ENWW - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 7
internal network adapter Unauthorized access to a Windows user account Unauthorized access to data HP ProtectTools Security Manager ● Firewall software ● Windows updates ● HP ProtectTools Security Manager Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other Setup password in Computer Setup - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 8
be enabled in Computer Setup to provide BIOS password protection in addition to their normal HP ProtectTools functions. The smart card PIN is used with a supported smart card reader, and the embedded security password is used with the optional embedded security chip. ● Windows passwords are set only - Compaq nx7300 | 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 nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 10
card or Java Card and a smart card reader is used. When enabled as a BIOS password, protects access to the computer contents when the computer turns on, restarts, or exits Hibernation. This password requires the optional embedded security chip to support this security feature. 4 Chapter 2 Using - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 11
the configuration settings and system identification information in Computer Setup. After this password is set, it must be entered to access Computer Setup and to make changes using Computer Setup. Note the following characteristics of the setup password: ● It is not interchangeable with a Windows - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 12
sensitive. Managing a power-on password A power-on password is set, changed, and deleted in Computer Setup. To manage, set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps: 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "F10 = ROM Based Setup - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 13
you can also require that a power-on password be entered each time the computer is restarted. To enable and disable this feature 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 - Compaq nx7300 | 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 nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 15
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 > DriveLock passwords, and then press enter. 3. Select the location of the hard drive you want to protect - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 16
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 > DriveLock passwords, and then press enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the internal hard drive, and - Compaq nx7300 | 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 nx7300 | 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 nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 19
about the computer model and the batteries. ● Specification information about the processor, cache, memory, ROM, video revision, and keyboard controller revision. access to this information, you must create a setup password in Computer Setup. ENWW Viewing Computer Setup System Information 13 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 20
unauthorized access to this information, you must create a setup 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 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 21
viruses, antivirus software must be 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 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 22
files. Use the firewall software preinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy. Firewall features include information on logging and reporting, and automatic alarms to monitor all incoming and outgoing traffic. Refer to the firewall documentation or contact your firewall manufacturer for more - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 23
. 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 the updates link in Help and Support. ENWW 17 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 24
Security Manager (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 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 25
. 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 lock the cable lock with the key. NOTE: Your computer may look different from the illustration. The location of the security cable slot varies by model. ENWW 19 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 26
Setup device security 11 DriveLock password 8 power-on password 6 setup password 5 stringent security 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 - Compaq nx7300 | Security - Windows XP and Windows Vista - Page 27
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