Compaq Armada 7700 Armada 7700 Family of Personal Computers Reference Guide - Page 141

Using a Setup Password A setup password is a software security feature that permits changes to be made to the system configuration only after entering a unique, preset, secret word or code. After a setup password is established a setup password prompt appears each time F10 is pressed to access Compaq Utilities. IMPORTANT: Record your password and put it in a safe place. If you forget the password, you cannot use F10 to access Compaq Utilities until a Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider has cleared the password from computer memory. Establishing a Setup Password First, access the security software. 1. Turn on or restart the computer. 2. Press F10 when the cursor appears upper right on the screen. 3. Select Computer SetupÆSystem Features ÆSecurity ManagementÆPasswords tab. Securing the Computer 13-5