HP 8440P manual Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLock, Entering an Automatic DriveLock password

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Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLock

In a multiple-user environment, you can set an Automatic DriveLock password. When the Automatic DriveLock password is enabled, a random user password and a DriveLock master password will be created for you. When any user passes the password credential, the same random user and DriveLock master password will be used to unlock the drive.

NOTE: You must have a BIOS administrator password before you can access the Automatic DriveLock features.

Entering an Automatic DriveLock password

To enable an Automatic DriveLock password in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2.Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.

3.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > Automatic DriveLock, and then press enter.

4.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.

5.Read the warning. To continue, select YES.

6.To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click Save in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then press enter.

Removing Automatic DriveLock protection

To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup, follow these steps:

1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2.Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.

3.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > Automatic DriveLock, and then press enter.

4.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.

5.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Disable protection.

6.To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click Save in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

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Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then press enter.

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Contents HP EliteBook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Adjusting the volume Power management Drives Security 151 Xii Top components FeaturesIdentifying hardware Pointing devicesLights Component DescriptionRapidly Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Front components Fn keyRear components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Identifying the labels Additional hardware componentsPage Wireless, modem, and local area network Using wireless devices select models onlyIdentifying wireless and network icons Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless button Using Wireless Assistant software select models only Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyUsing operating system controls Using a Wlan device select models only Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIM select models onlyRemoving a SIM select models only Page Using a Bluetooth wireless device select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot create a Wlan connectionCannot connect to a preferred network Network icon is not displayedCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weakUsing the modem select models only Connecting a modem cable purchased separatelySelecting a location setting Adding new locations when travelingViewing the current location selection Solving travel connection problems Select Start Devices and PrintersClick Properties Connecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Using the keyboardPointing devices and keyboard Displaying system information Initiating SleepDecreasing screen brightness Switching the screen imageViewing battery charge information Increasing screen brightnessUsing HP QuickLook Using keypadsSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using the embedded numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypadCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, and vents Multimedia features Adjusting the volumeMultimedia Multimedia software Click Customize notification iconsAccessing your preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a discConnecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Page Using the DisplayPort Connecting an external monitor or projectorUsing the external monitor port VideoPage Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDs Optical drive select models onlyIdentifying the optical drive CD-RW discs Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDsCD-R discs DVD±R discsLightScribe DVD+R discs Playing a CD, DVD, or BDDVD±RW discs Blu-ray Discs BDsConfiguring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settingsObserving the copyright warning Copying a CD, DVD, or BDCreating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BDTroubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not play Disc does not play automaticallyMovie stops, skips, or plays erratically Movie is not visible on an external displayDevice driver must be reinstalled Obtaining the latest HP device driversAdjusting webcam properties Webcam select models onlyCapturing business card images Page Using power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting SleepUsing the battery meter Using power plansInitiating and exiting Hibernation Selecting a different power plan Setting password protection on wakeupViewing the current power plan Customizing power plansUsing Power Assistant select models only Using external AC powerStarting Power Assistant Using battery power Connecting the AC adapterDisplaying the remaining battery charge Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Inserting or removing the batteryCharging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelCalibrating a battery Fully charge the batteryDisable Hibernation and Sleep Discharge the battery Fully recharge the batteryReenable Hibernation and Sleep Disposing of a used battery Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Replacing the batteryPower management Testing an AC adapter Shutting down the computerPage Identifying installed drives DrivesHandling drives Page Using Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupImproving hard drive performance Using HP 3D DriveGuard Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard statusUsing HP 3D DriveGuard software Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay Page Page Replacing a drive in the upgrade bay Removing the protective insertReplacing a hard drive Page Page Replacing an optical drive Page Page Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Using USB legacy support Removing a USB deviceUsing a 1394 device Connecting a 1394 deviceRemoving a 1394 device Page Using external drives Using optional external devicesUsing a docking device Using SD Card Reader cards External media cardsInserting 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 card Removing a smart cardMemory modules Page Page Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Security Protecting the computerUsing passwords Setting passwords in WindowsSetting passwords in Computer Setup Bios administrator password Managing a Bios administrator password Using Computer Setup DriveLock Entering a Bios administrator passwordSetting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protectionUsing Computer Setup Auto DriveLock Entering an Automatic DriveLock passwordRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup security features Viewing Computer Setup System InformationSecuring system devices Using Computer Setup System IDs Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing a security cable Software updates Updating software Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Click DownloadUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Backup and recovery Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and Restore Backing up your informationBackup and recovery Performing a recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing f11 recovery tools Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separatelySelect Repair your computer Using Computer Setup Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer SetupComputer Setup menus Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupFile menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu User Management requires a Bios administrator passwordUSB port to the computer Enable/disable Preboot Authentication on HP QuickLook Ansi MultiBoot About the boot device order Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device Setting a MultiBoot Express promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Management and printing Managing and updating software Using Client Management SolutionsConfiguring and deploying a software image HP Client Automation select models onlyHP SSM System Software Manager Using the HP Universal Print Driver Symbols/Numerics IndexDVD-ROM Jacks Ssid Wireless Assistant

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