HP Nc6220 Hardware-Software Guide - Page 183

Security Critical Security Updates for Windows XP Ä CAUTION: Because new computer viruses are being detected all the time, it is recommended that you install all critical updates as soon as you receive an alert from Microsoft. You should also run Windows Update on a monthly basis to install the latest recommended updates from Microsoft. A Critical Security Updates for Windows XP disc may have been included with your notebook to provide additional updates delivered after the computer was configured. Throughout the life of the computer, Microsoft will continue to update the operating system and make these updates available on their Web site. To update your system using the Critical Security 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. Using the Smart Card Reader Your notebook is equipped with an embedded smart card reader, and the driver for your smart card reader is preinstalled. No action is necessary to install the driver. The smart card reader is used with industry-standard smart cards, small plastic cards the size of a credit card. Smart cards carry a microchip containing memory and a microprocessor. Like personal computers, they have an operating system to manage input and output, and include security features to protect against tampering. Hardware and Software Guide 12-24