HP 3111000NR manual Security, Protecting the computer, Using passwords

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9 Security

Protecting the computer

Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.

Follow the procedures in this chapter to use the following features:

●Passwords

●Firewall software

●Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security)

●Critical security updates

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, remove all password settings.

Computer risk	Security feature

Unauthorized use of the computer	●	QuickLock
	● Power-on password

Unauthorized access to data	●	Firewall software
	●	Windows updates

Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other	Administrator password
system identification information

Ongoing or future threats to the computer	Critical security updates from Microsoft

Unauthorized access to a Windows user account	User password

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 Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer.

CAUTION: To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because most passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place.

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Contents Mini User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Power management Software updates TouchPad Hardware featuresIdentifying the hardware Top componentsComponent Description LightsButtons Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Front componentsRight-side components Left-side components Display components Bottom components Wireless antennas Additional hardware components Identifying the labelsPage Using HP QuickWeb software select models only Using wireless devices Wireless and local area networkUsing the wireless button Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless controls Using operating system controls Using HP Connection Manager software select models onlyUsing Wireless Assistant software select models only Protecting your Wlan Using a WlanSetting up a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Connecting to a WlanRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyInserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devicesCannot create a Wlan connection Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Current network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to a preferred networkWlan connection is very weak Connecting to a local area network LANCannot connect to the wireless router Page Identifying your multimedia components Multimedia featuresMultimedia Multimedia Adjusting the volume Multimedia software Using preinstalled multimedia softwareInstalling multimedia software from the Internet Checking your audio functions Connecting external audio devicesAudio Page Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring audio for Hdmi select models only Webcam Handling drives Identifying installed drivesDrives and external devices DrivesImproving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay Page Using external drives Sharing optical drives Connecting optional external drivesRemoving a USB device Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device External devicesInserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsStopping and removing a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Pointing devices and keyboard Setting pointing device preferencesUsing pointing devices Using the keyboardFunction Hotkey Initiating StandbyInitiating QuickLock Switching the screen imageDecreasing screen brightness Increasing screen brightnessMuting speaker sound Decreasing speaker volumeIncreasing speaker volume Initiating and exiting Standby Power managementSetting power options Using power-saving statesViewing the current scheme Using power schemesInitiating and exiting Hibernation Customizing power schemes Using external AC powerSetting password protection upon exiting Standby Selecting a different power schemeConnecting the AC adapter Using battery powerInserting or removing the battery Displaying the remaining battery chargeCharging 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 Discharge the battery Disable Hibernation and StandbyReenable Hibernation and Standby Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Fully recharge the batteryShutting down the computer Disposing of a used batteryProtecting the computer Using passwordsSecurity Passwords set in Setup Utility Passwords set in WindowsPower-on password Administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Software updates Downloading a Bios update Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Page Updating programs and drivers Changing the language of Setup Utility Setup UtilityStarting Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Security menu Setup Utility menusSystem Configuration menu Main menuDiagnostics menu VGA IndexLabels Wlan