HP 900 G1 D3K61UT#ABA, 900 G1 D3H88UT#ABA manual Security, Protecting the tablet, Using passwords

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8 Security

Protecting the tablet

Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the HP BIOS Settings utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen.

NOTE: Before you send your tablet for service, back up and delete confidential files, and remove all password settings.

NOTE: Some features listed in this chapter may not be available on your tablet.

NOTE: Your tablet supports Absolute Data Protect. If your tablet is lost or stolen, it can be located and locked, and personal data can be deleted from a remote location. The tablet must be connected to the Internet.

Tablet risk	Security feature

Unauthorized use of the tablet	HP Client Security, in combination with a password or other
	authentication credential

Unauthorized access to HP BIOS Settings and other system	BIOS administrator password in HP BIOS Settings
identification information

Unauthorized startup from an optional external flash drive	Boot options feature in HP BIOS Settings

Unauthorized access to a Windows user account	Windows user password

Unauthorized access to data	● HP Drive Encryption software
	● Windows Defender

Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your tablet information. Several types of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be set in Windows or in HP BIOS Settings that is preinstalled on the tablet.

●Setup passwords are set in HP BIOS Settings and are managed by the system BIOS.

●Windows passwords are set only in the Windows operating system.

Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords:

●When creating passwords, follow requirements set by the program.

●Do not use the same password for multiple applications or websites, and do not reuse your Windows password for any other application or website.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Contacting support Vii Input power Operating environment Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationTap Warranty and services Front Getting to know your tabletRear Only. See Locating system information Top Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices . To accessBottom Changing your tablets settingsLocating system information Changing your tablets viewFinding your hardware and software information Updating the software installed on the tabletLocating hardware Locating softwarePage Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a networkUsing the wireless controls Using a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Using an Internet service providerSetting up a Wlan Protecting your Wlan Connecting to a WlanInserting and removing a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyUsing GPS select models only Using Bluetooth wireless devices Using touch screen gestures Navigating using touch gesturesOne-finger slide TappingPinching/stretching ScrollingRight-edge swipe Rotating select models onlyEdge swipes Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Left-edge swipeTap Change PC settings, and then tap General Using the on-screen keyboardUsing the digital pen select models only Page Connecting headphones Adjusting the volumeMultimedia AudioTap Hardware and Sound, and then tap Sound WebcamSetting power options Power managementUsing power-saving states Shutting down the tabletUsing the power meter and power settings Using battery powerSetting password protection on wakeup Factory-sealed batteryUsing Battery Check Finding additional battery informationDisplaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge timeConserving battery power Using external AC powerPage External cards and devices Using digital storage cardsInserting a digital card Removing a digital cardPage Protecting the tablet Using passwordsSecurity Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareSetting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in HP Bios SettingsUsing HP Client Security Installing critical security updatesCleaning your tablet MaintenanceCleaning products Cleaning proceduresUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Backing up your information Backup and recoveryChanging the boot device order Performing a system recoveryUsing f11 recovery tools Remove everything and reinstall Windows Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recoveryPerforming a system recovery Using HP Bios Settings HP Bios SettingsStarting HP Bios Settings Bios SettingsDetermining the Bios version Updating the BiosContacting support SupportOperating environment SpecificationsInput power Traveling with the tablet Electrostatic discharge Index BiosWlan