HP : G4 1107NR, : LY849UA, : LW883AW, : B4B15UA Security, Protecting the computer, Using passwords

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7 Security

Protecting the computer

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

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, back up and delete confidential files, and remove all password settings.

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

Computer risk	Security feature

Unauthorized use of the computer	●	QuickLock (select models only)
	●	Power-on password
	●	Fingerprint reader

Computer viruses	Antivirus software

Unauthorized access to data	●	Firewall software
	●	Windows updates
	●	File encryption

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

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

Unauthorized access to a Windows user account	User password

Unauthorized removal of the computer	Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)

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 (BIOS) that is preinstalled on the computer.

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Contents HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA External cards and devices Security Page Page Introduction Finding more information about your new computerCreating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsNetworking select models only Turning wireless devices on or off Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyConnecting to an existing Wlan Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Setting up a new WlanProtecting your Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Roaming to another networkInserting a SIM Using GPS select models only Removing a SIMBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devicesConnecting to a wired network Using a modem select models onlyConnecting a modem cable Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterSelecting a location setting Viewing the current location selectionConnecting to a local area network LAN select models only Select Start Devices and PrintersPage Using the media activity controls MultimediaAudio Adjusting the volume Webcam select models onlyChecking audio functions on the computer Video DisplayPortHdmi Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models only Intel Wireless Display select models onlyConfiguring audio for Hdmi Power management Shutting down the computerInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting HibernationViewing the current power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Selecting a different power planUsing HP Power Manager select models only Setting password protection on wakeupCustomizing power plans Using battery power Finding battery informationUsing Battery Check Managing low battery levels Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Identifying low battery levelsConserving battery power Storing a batteryResolving a low battery level Using external AC power Disposing of a used batteryReplacing the battery Using HP CoolSense select models only Testing an AC adapterUsing Digital Media Slot cards select models only External cards and devicesInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCardRemoving an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Inserting a smart cardUsing a USB device Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a smart card Using 1394 devices select models only Connecting a 1394 deviceRemoving a USB device Using an eSATA device select models only Connecting an eSATA deviceRemoving a 1394 device Using the expansion port select models only Using optional external devicesUsing optional external drives Removing an eSATA deviceUsing optional external devices Drives Handling drivesUsing Disk Cleanup Using hard drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Improving hard drive performanceManaging power with a parked hard drive Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Inserting an optical discRemoving an optical disc Slot loadWhen the disc tray opens normally Slot load Using RAID select models only Sharing optical drivesUsing passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Setup Utility BiosManaging an administrator password Entering an administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Entering a power-on passwordInstalling critical security updates Installing an optional security cableUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Locating the fingerprint readerCleaning the display MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Starting Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Setup Utility Bios Changing the language of Setup Utility BiosNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Bios Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility BiosDisplaying system information Exiting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Select Start Help and Support MaintainUsing System Diagnostics Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexPasswords