HP 14-3010nr manual Installing critical security updates, Installing an optional security cable

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There are two types of firewalls to consider:

●Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on.

●Network-based firewalls—Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network to protect all the computers on the network.

When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with a set of user-defined security criteria. Any data that does not meet those criteria is blocked.

Your computer or networking equipment may already have a firewall installed. If not, firewall software solutions are available.

NOTE: Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily resolve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then reenable the firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall.

Installing critical security updates

CAUTION: Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.

Updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer left the factory. To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer, observe these guidelines:

●Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your computer. Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update.

●Run Windows Update monthly thereafter.

●Obtain updates to Windows and other Microsoft® programs, as they are released, from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support.

Installing an optional security cable

NOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

NOTE: The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Refer to the Getting Started guide for the location of the security cable slot on your computer.

1.Loop the security cable around a secured object.

2.Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).

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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 Using System Diagnostics Page Finding more information about your new computer IntroductionIdentifying wireless and network status icons Creating a wireless connectionNetworking select models only Using HP Connection Manager select models only Turning wireless devices on or offSetting up a new Wlan Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Connecting to an existing WlanProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another network Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSUsing a modem select models only Connecting to a wired networkConnecting a modem cable Selecting a location setting Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterSelect Start Devices and Printers Connecting to a local area network LAN select models onlyPage Multimedia Using the media activity controlsAudio Webcam select models only Adjusting the volumeChecking audio functions on the computer DisplayPort VideoHdmi Intel Wireless Display select models only Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models onlyConfiguring audio for Hdmi Shutting down the computer Power managementInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepSelecting a different power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Viewing the current power planSetting password protection on wakeup Using HP Power Manager select models onlyCustomizing power plans Displaying the remaining battery charge Using battery powerFinding battery information Using Battery CheckIdentifying low battery levels Managing low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Conserving battery power Using external AC powerUsing a factory-sealed battery Testing an AC adapter Using HP CoolSense select models onlyExternal cards and devices Using Digital Media Slot cards select models onlyInserting a digital card Inserting an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Removing a digital cardRemoving an ExpressCard Inserting a smart card Using smart cards select models onlyConnecting a USB device Using a USB deviceRemoving a smart card Connecting a 1394 device Using 1394 devices select models onlyRemoving a USB device Connecting an eSATA device Using an eSATA device select models onlyRemoving a 1394 device Removing an eSATA device Using optional external devicesUsing optional external drives Using the expansion port select models onlyExternal cards and devices Handling drives DrivesImproving hard drive performance Using hard drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Managing power with a parked hard driveInserting an optical disc Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection softwareSlot load Removing an optical discWhen the disc tray opens normally Slot load Sharing optical drives Using RAID select models onlySecurity Using passwordsProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Setup Utility Bios Setting passwords in WindowsEntering an administrator password Managing an administrator passwordEntering a power-on password Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Managing a power-on passwordInstalling an optional security cable Installing critical security updatesLocating the fingerprint reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyCleaning the Imagepad and keyboard MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning the displayUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Changing the language of Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Setup Utility Bios Starting Setup Utility BiosRestoring factory settings in Setup Utility Bios Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility BiosDisplaying system information Updating the Bios Exiting Setup Utility BiosDetermining the Bios version Select Start Help and Support Maintain Downloading a Bios updateUsing System Diagnostics Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Index Symbols/NumericsKeys