HP SR5350AP, SR5351AP manual Using passwords

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Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure the 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 Microsoft Windows Vista operating system on the computer.

CAUTION: To avoid being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because 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.

Use the following list as a basic guide when choosing a password:

￿Choose a password that is easy for you to remember but difficult for others to guess.

￿Choose a long password (minimum of six characters).

￿Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

￿Don’t use personal information that others can easily figure out, such as your birthday, child’s name, or phone number.

￿Don’t write down passwords unless you store them in a secure place away from the computer. Do not store passwords in a file on the computer.

You can use the same password for more than one Windows Vista security feature.

￿A password can have any combination of up to eight letters and numbers, and it is not case sensitive.

￿A password must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, if you set the password with number keys on the keyboard, the password is not recognized if you subsequently try to enter it with the embedded numeric keypad.

NOTE: Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys, except in the case of passwords.

￿A password set in Windows Vista must be entered at a Windows Vista prompt.

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Contents Getting Started USA Table of Contents Turning On the Computer for the First Time Using the KeyboardUsing the Mouse Managing Files Introducing Your Computer SoftwareIndex Using the Memory Card ReaderPlacing the computer in the proper location Setting Up the ComputerPutting the Computer Together Connector Icon/Label Description and function Using surge protectionConnecting to the computer Connector Icon/Label Description and function Connecting a Digital Camera Photo or Video Setting Up the Computer Click Display Settings Connecting Other DevicesAdjusting the screen resolution by using Vista Click Apply Click Yes, if it is present Click OK Setting Up a Local Area Network Integrated Wireless Devices Setting Up a Wired Ethernet ConnectionSelect models only Connecting the Wireless LAN DeviceUsing wireless security features Checking the wireless LAN device installationConnecting a Modem Finding Onscreen Guides Getting HelpFinding Guides on the Web Click All Programs Click User GuidesUsing the PC Help & Tools Folder Using the Onscreen Help and Support CenterUsing the hardware diagnostic tools Click All Programs Click PC Help & ToolsTurning On the Computer for the First Time Click Shut Down Using Shut DownTurning Off the Computer Using Sleep mode Using LockUsing Hibernate mode Restarting the Computer Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away modeConnecting to the Internet Setting Up User Accounts Using the Computer with Safety and ComfortProtecting the Computer Computer risk Security featureUsing passwords Password Function Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing critical security updates Click Recover factory settings Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware DevicesClick Help and Support Getting Started features vary by model Alphanumeric keys Using the KeyboardIdentifying Keyboard Features Arrow keys Function keysEdit keys Icon Name Description Keyboard indicatorsNumeric keys Special keyboard buttons Icon Feature DescriptionIdentifying Special Keyboard Buttons Compaq Hp OrIcon Label Description Customizing the keyboard buttonsClick Control Panel Click KeyboardKeyboard Shortcuts Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard Wireless Mouse and Keyboard TroubleshootingUsing the Keyboard Getting Started features vary by model Using the Mouse Scrolling Using the Mouse ButtonsSwitching mouse button functions Changing Mouse SettingsAutoscrolling PanningChanging the double-click speed Changing mouse pointer speedTurning on the ClickLock option Click the Pointer Options tabChanging the scroll wheel speed Getting Started features vary by model Learning More About Software Using the DesktopIntroducing Your Computer Software Using the All Programs menu Using the Windows Start Button MenuRemoving desktop icons Retrieving desktop iconsOrganizing the All Programs list Using the Control PanelWorking with Digital Images Feature Name DescriptionResizing Windows About the Internet Searching the Internet Using a BrowserClick Internet Explorer Restricting Internet contentUsing the e-mail program provided by your ISP Using Windows MailSending and Receiving E-Mail Click All Programs Click Windows MailOrganizing Files with Folders Managing FilesMoving Files Creating FoldersFinding Files Deleting Files Renaming FilesCopying Files Retrieving Files from the Recycle BinUsing a Printer Using the Memory Card Reader Card Insert the media Location Media Insertion GuideSlot reader MiniSD Card Insert the media Slot reader LocationMMC Plus MMC MobileActivity light Upper slot Lower slot Formatting a Memory Card Understanding the Activity LightTroubleshooting the Memory Card Reader Index Found New Hardware message, connecting a digital cameraGetting Started features vary by model Index Part number
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