HP 2740P manual Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLock, Removing DriveLock protection

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Removing DriveLock protection

To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1.Turn on the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2.Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.

3.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > DriveLock Password, and then press enter.

4.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.

5.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Disable protection.

6.Type your master password, and then press enter.

7.To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.

Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLock

In a multiple-user environment, you can set an Automatic DriveLock password. When the Automatic DriveLock password is enabled, a random user password and a DriveLock master password will be created for you. When any user passes the password credential, the same random user and DriveLock master password will be used to unlock the drive.

NOTE: You must have a BIOS administrator password before you can access the Automatic DriveLock features.

Entering an Automatic DriveLock password

To enable an Automatic DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2.Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.

3.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > Automatic DriveLock, and then press enter.

4.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.

5.Read the warning. To continue, select YES.

6.To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

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Contents HP EliteBook 2740p User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices, touch screen, and keyboard Multimedia Power management 104 108 159 Xii Features Identifying hardwareTop components Pointing devicesFeatures Lights Buttons and switches Keys Panel System and Maintenance Power Options Front componentsRight-side components Left-side components Rear components Bottom components Display Wireless antennas select models only Identifying the labels Additional hardware componentsPage Using the tablet Tablet display componentsTablet mode Rotating the displayPage Page Page Networking Using wireless devices select models onlyIdentifying wireless and network icons Using the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonUsing Wireless Assistant software select models only Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyUsing operating system controls Select Start All Programs HP HP Connection ManagerProtecting your Wlan Using a WlanSetting up a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Use wireless encryptionWork behind a firewall Close your networkSelect Start Connect to Connecting to a WlanRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIMRemoving a SIM Page Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot create a Wlan connectionCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to a preferred networkNetwork status icon is not displayed Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weakConnecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Using the modem select models onlyConnecting a modem cable Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selectionAdding new locations when traveling Solving travel connection problems Connecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad Pointing devices, touch screen, and keyboardScrolling Three finger flick Using the pen Performing other procedures with the pen Pressure sensitivityUsing the pen holder Calibrating the penUsing the touch screen select models only Setting pen preferencesTapping or clicking FlickingDragging ScrollingRotating Pinching Setting touch screen preferences Using touch screen settingsUsing the keyboard Using the keyboard lightPage Using hotkeys Displaying system informationPage Switching the screen image Viewing battery charge informationInitiating Sleep Enabling/disabling the TouchPadActivating the ambient light sensor Decreasing screen brightnessIncreasing screen brightness Using HP Quick Launch Buttons Using HP QuickLook Using HP QuickWebUsing the embedded numeric keypad Using the embedded numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypadMultimedia Multimedia featuresAdjusting the volume Multimedia software Click the Notification Area tabInstalling multimedia software from a disc Accessing your preinstalled multimedia softwareInstalling your preloaded multimedia software Connecting external audio devices Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound RecorderAudio Checking your audio functionsPage Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorUsing the external monitor port Webcam tips Adjusting webcam propertiesWebcam Capturing business card images Page Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepUsing the battery meter Using power plansInitiating and exiting Hibernation Click HibernateSetting password protection on wakeup Viewing the current power planSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansUsing external AC power Connecting the AC adapterUsing battery power Finding battery information in Help and SupportInserting or removing the battery Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Charging a battery Identifying low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeManaging low battery levels Page Fully charge the battery Calibrating a batteryResolving a low battery level Disable Hibernation and Sleep Discharge the batteryPage Conserving battery power Storing a batteryFully recharge the battery Reenable Hibernation and SleepDisposing of a used battery Replacing the batteryClick Shut Down Testing an AC adapterShutting down the computer Page Handling drives Identifying installed drivesDrives Page Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Using HP 3D DriveGuard Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard statusUsing HP 3D DriveGuard software Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay Page Page Page Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Stopping and removing a USB deviceUsing USB legacy support Stopping and removing a 1394 device Using a 1394 deviceConnecting a 1394 device Page Using external drives Using optional external devicesUsing the docking connector Inserting a digital card Using Media Card Reader cardsExternal media cards Stopping and removing a digital card Inserting an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Stopping and removing an ExpressCard Using Smart Cards select models only Inserting a smart cardRemoving a smart card Memory modules Adding or replacing a memory module Page Page Security Protecting the computerSetting passwords in Computer Setup Using passwordsSetting passwords in Windows Bios administrator password Managing a Bios administrator password Using Computer Setup DriveLock Entering a Bios administrator passwordSetting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLockEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Removing Automatic DriveLock protection Securing system devices Using Computer Setup security featuresViewing Computer Setup System Information Using Computer Setup System IDs Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing a security cable Software updates Updating softwarePage Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Click DownloadBackup and recovery Backing up your information Select Repair your computer Performing a recoveryUsing the Windows recovery tools Using f11 Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupUsing Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer SetupComputer Setup menus Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupFile menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu Computer SetupComputer Setup menus Select Computer Setup menus Ansi MultiBoot About the boot device orderPage Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Dynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt Choosing MultiBoot preferencesSetting a new boot order in Computer Setup Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt Entering MultiBoot Express preferencesManagement and printing Using Client Management SolutionsConfiguring and deploying a software image Managing and updating software HP Client Manager for Altiris select models onlyPage HP CCM Client Configuration Manager select models only HP SSM System Software Manager Using Intel Active Management Technology select models only Enabling the iAMT solutionUsing the MEBx setup utility menus Intel ME ConfigurationIAMT Configuration Change Intel ME PasswordUsing the HP Universal Print Driver select models only Cleaning guidelines Cleaning productsCleaning procedures Cleaning the displayCleaning the sides and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardSymbols/Numerics IndexUSB Jacks Ssid SIM AMT
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2740P specifications

The HP 2740P is a versatile and robust convertible tablet PC that was designed for professionals seeking flexibility and high performance. Launched as part of HP's Elite series, this model is known for its business-oriented features and solid build quality.

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