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NOTE: To save the encryption key, you must use a USB storage device with the FAT32 or FAT16 format. A USB memory stick, Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, or MultiMedia Card (MMC) may be used for backup.

1.Launch HP ProtectTools Administrative Console. For more information, see Opening HP ProtectTools Administrative Console on page 15.

2.In the left panel, click the + icon to the left of Drive Encryption to display the available options.

3.Click Backing up Encryption Keys.

4.Insert the storage device being used to back up the encryption key.

NOTE: To save the encryption key, you must use a USB storage device with the FAT32 format. A USB memory stick, Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, or MultiMedia Card (MMC) may be used for backup. In some cases SkyDrive may be used.

5.Under Drive, select the check box for the device where you want to back up your encryption key.

6.Click Backup Keys.

7.Read the information on the page that is displayed, and then click OK. The encryption key is saved on the storage device you selected.

Recovering access to an activated computer using backup keys

Administrators can perform a recovery using the Drive Encryption key backed up to a removable storage device at activation or by selecting the Backing up Drive Encryption Keys option in Security Manager.

1.Insert the removable storage device that contains your backup key.

2.Turn on the computer.

3.When the Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools login dialog box opens, click Options.

4.Click Recovery.

5.Enter the file path or name that contains your backup key, and then click Recover.

– or –

Click Browse to search for the required backup file, click OK, and then click Recover.

6.When the confirmation dialog box opens, click OK. The Windows logon screen is displayed.

NOTE: If the recovery key is used to log on at the Drive Encryption login screen, additional credentials are required at Windows logon to access user accounts. It is highly recommended that you reset your password after performing a recovery.

Performing an HP SpareKey Recovery

SpareKey recovery within Drive Encryption pre-boot requires you to answer security questions correctly before you can access the computer. For more information on setting up SpareKey Recovery, see the Security Manager software Help.

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Contents HP ProtectTools First Edition August Document Part Number Table of contents PIN Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools select models only Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools select models only HP ProtectTools features Introduction to securityModule Key features Password Manager Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools select models onlyAchieving key security objectives Protecting against targeted theft Restricting access to sensitive dataCreating strong password policies Assigning security roles Managing HP ProtectTools passwordsAdditional security elements Creating a secure password Backing up credentials and settingsHP Client Security Setup Wizard Getting startedHP ProtectTools Security Manager Setup Wizard HP Client Security DashboardGetting started Easy Setup Guide for Small BusinessPassword Manager Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools HP ProtectTools Security Manager Administrative Console HP Client Security Setup WizardHP ProtectTools Security Manager Setup Wizard HP Client Security DashboardSecurity Users Credentials Opening HP ProtectTools Administrative ConsoleUsing Administrative Console Logon Policy Configuring your systemSetting up authentication for your computer Credentials SettingsManaging users Session PolicySpareKey FingerprintsSmart card Launch HP ProtectTools Administrative ConsoleFace Initializing the smart cardConfiguring the smart card Click Setup WizardEnable security features page, click Next Be sure that Initialize the smart card is selectedContactless card BluetoothApplications Proximity cardGeneral tab DataComputer Applications tabOpening Security Manager Using the Security Manager User ConsoleHP ProtectTools Security Manager Your personal ID card My LogonsPassword Strength tab Manage tabAdding logons Organizing logons into categories Using the Password Manager Quick Links menuEditing logons Assessing your password strength Managing your logonsCredential Manager Password Manager icon settingsSettings Click Add LogonChanging your Windows password Setting up your SpareKeyEnrolling your fingerprints Enrolling scenes for face logonAuthentication Dark modeLearning Setting up a smart cardAdvanced User Settings Deleting a sceneSelect Change smart card PIN Click Credential Manager, and then click Smart cardChanging the smart card PIN Advanced AdministrationSetting your preferences Fingerprint tabClick Back up data Backing up and restoring your dataShow scan quality feedback Click Restore data Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools select models only Opening Drive EncryptionActivating Drive Encryption for self-encrypting drives General tasksActivating Drive Encryption for standard hard drives Software encryptionHardware encryption Single user logon Deactivating Drive EncryptionLogging in after Drive Encryption is activated Multiple user logonAdvanced tasks Managing Drive Encryption administrator taskClick Settings Protect your data by encrypting your hard driveBacking up encryption keys Backup and recovery administrator taskUsing Enhanced Security with TPM select models only Click Recovery Performing an HP SpareKey RecoveryClick Backup Keys Click Backing up Encryption KeysUnder My Data, click Drive Encryption Displaying encryption statusClick SpareKey Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools select models only Opening Device Access ManagerPage Device Class Configuration Starting the background serviceDenying access to a user or group Device class All devices Individual deviceAllowing access for a user or a group Select Users or Groups dialog box opensResetting the configuration Jita ConfigurationRemoving settings for a user or a group Creating a Jita for a user or group Creating an extendable Jita for a user or groupAdvanced Settings Disabling a Jita for a user or groupUnmanaged Device Classes Device Administrators groupESATA Device Support Page Theft recovery select models only Go to https//cc.absolute.comLocalized password exceptions What to do when a password is rejectedBios Special key handlingBios Glossary Domain Emergency recovery archiveHP SpareKey Recovery Drive EncryptionRestore Power-on authenticationReboot Revocation passwordAccess IndexPassword Jita
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610 G1 specifications

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