HP 4440s manual Using passwords, Setting passwords in the operating system

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Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several types of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be set in the Computer Setup utility that is preinstalled on the computer.

●Setup and DriveLock passwords are set in Computer Setup and are managed by the system BIOS.

●If you forget both the DriveLock user password and the DriveLock master password set in Computer Setup, the hard drive that is protected by the passwords is permanently locked and can no longer be used.

Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords:

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

●Write down your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer.

●Do not store passwords in a file on the computer.

The following tables list commonly used passwords and describe their functions.

Setting passwords in the operating system

Operating system passwords

Function

 

 

Root password

Protects access to an operating system root-level account.

 

 

User password

Protects access to an operating system user account.

 

 

Setting passwords in Computer Setup

Computer Setup passwords

Function

 

 

BIOS administrator password*

Protects access to Computer Setup.

 

 

DriveLock master password*

Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by

 

DriveLock. It is also used to remove DriveLock protection.

 

This password is set under DriveLock Passwords during the

 

enable process.

 

 

DriveLock user password*

Protects access to the internal hard drive that is protected by

 

DriveLock, and is set under DriveLock Passwords during the

 

enable process.

TPM embedded security password (select models only)

When enabled as a BIOS administrator password, protects access to the computer contents when the computer turns on, restarts, or exits Hibernation.

This password requires the optional embedded security chip to support this security feature.

*For details about each of these passwords, refer to the following topics.

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Contents HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA Hdmi Drives Performing a system recovery Backing up your information Input power Operating environment Index Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutFinding information Getting to know your computer TopTouchPad Lights TopGetting to know your computer Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader select models only Getting to know your computer Top Keys Fn keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions Front Right RightGetting to know your computer Left LeftBattery reaches a critical battery level, Display DisplayGetting to know your computer Bottom Identifying the bottom parts of the computer Identifying the bottom parts of the computer Networking Creating a wireless connection Using an Internet service provider ISPIdentifying wireless and network status icons Turning wireless devices on and offUsing a Wlan Connecting to an existing WlanSetting up a new Wlan Protecting your WlanRoaming to another network Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Connecting to a wired networkConnecting to a local area network LAN select models only Page Using the keyboard Keyboard and pointing devicesIdentifying the hot keys Using keypads Using the embedded numeric keypadUsing the integrated numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypadUsing the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad off and onNavigating Using TouchPad gestures SelectingSetting pointing device preferences ScrollingPinching/Zooming Using the audio features MultimediaAdjusting the volume Checking your audio functionsUsing the Webcam select models only Using video devicesSelect Configure Display Settings Click Detect Monitors Configuring audio for Hdmi HdmiUsing power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Shutting down the computerInitiating and exiting Suspend Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing power management Using battery powerUsing the Power icon Viewing the current power management settingsDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryCharging a battery Maximizing battery life Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Conserving battery power Storing a batteryResolving a low battery level Using external AC power Disposing of a used batteryReplacing the battery Testing an AC adapter Drives Handling drivesUsing the optional security screw Removing or replacing the service doorRemoving the service door Replacing the service doorPage Replacing or upgrading the hard drive Removing the hard drivePage Installing a hard drive Replace the four hard drive screws Inserting an optical disc Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Tray-loadWhen the disc tray opens normally Removing an optical discWhen the disc tray fails to open Inserting a digital card Using Media Card Reader cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Removing a digital cardUsing a USB device Connecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceUsing optional external devices Using optional external drivesMemory modules Page Page Security Protecting the computerUsing passwords Setting passwords in the operating systemSetting passwords in Computer Setup Managing a Bios administrator password Entering a Bios administrator passwordManaging a Computer Setup DriveLock password Managing a DriveLock passwordEntering a DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock Managing an Automatic DriveLock passwordUsing firewall software Installing an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader select models only Enabling fingerprint authentication during logonEnrolling your fingerprint Backup and Recovery Performing a system recoveryBacking up your information Using Computer Setup Computer Setup Bios and Advanced System DiagnosticsStarting Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer SetupRestoring factory settings in Computer Setup Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using Advanced System Diagnostics MultiBoot About the boot device orderEnabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt Entering MultiBoot Express preferencesComputer is unable to start up Troubleshooting and supportTroubleshooting Computer screen is blankComputer is unusually warm Wireless network connection is not workingComputer is on but not responding An external device is not workingOptical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD Computer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not playMovie is not visible on an external display Contacting customer support Labels ComponentCleaning your computer Cleaning productsCleaning the sides and cover Cleaning proceduresCleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardSpecifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic discharge Index USBWlan VGA

4440s specifications

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