HP Evo Notebook n620c Software Guide: Compaq Evo Notebook N620c Series - Page 47
Removing DriveLock Protection
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Security 6. Use the arrow keys to select the field for the password you want to change, type your current password in the Old Password field, type the new password in the New Password and Verify New Password fields, then press F10. 7. To save your preferences, use arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set as you exit Computer Setup and are in effect when the notebook restarts. Removing DriveLock Protection To access the DriveLock settings in Computer Setup, you must shut down, then turn on the notebook. If you open Computer Setup from a Windows restart, DriveLock settings are not accessible. 1. Verify that the notebook is off and not in Hibernation by sliding the power switch. If your work returns to the screen, shut down the notebook. 2. Be sure that the protected hard drive is inserted into the notebook (not into an optional Port Replicator). 3. To open Computer Setup, turn on (do not restart) the notebook. Press F10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup message is displayed in the lower left of the screen. ❏ To change the language, press F2. ❏ For navigation instructions, press F1. 4. Use the arrow keys to select the Security Menu > DriveLock passwords, then press enter. 5. Use the arrow keys to select the location of the hard drive, then press F10. 6. Toggle the Protection field to Disable, then press F10. Software Guide 3-11