Compaq Evo D510 Desktop Management Guide, Compaq Evo Desktop Family - Page 21

Desktop Management Guide Security Features Overview (Continued) Feature Purpose How It Is Established Cable Lock Provision Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to prevent unwanted configuration changes or component removal. Can also be used to secure the computer to a fixed object to prevent theft. Install a cable lock to secure the computer to a fixed object. Security Loop Provision Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to prevent unwanted configuration changes or component removal. Install a lock in the security loop to prevent unwanted configuration changes or component removal. ✎ For more information about Computer Setup, see the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide. Support for Security Features may vary depending on your specific computer configuration. Password Security The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer by requiring entry of a password to access applications or data each time the computer is turned on or restarted. The setup password specifically prevents unauthorized access to Computer Setup, and can also be used as an override to the power-on password. That is, when prompted for the power-on password, entering the setup password instead will allow access to the computer. A network-wide setup password can be established to enable the system administrator to log in to all network systems to perform maintenance without having to know the power-on password, even if one has been established. Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup Establishing a setup password through Computer Setup prevents reconfiguration of the computer (use of the Computer Setup (F10) utility) until the password is entered. Desktop Management Guide 17