HP 2533t Mobile manual Security, Protecting the computer

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10 Security

Protecting the computer

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen.

Your computer is designed for security. All information is saved to the network and no user information can be stored on the computer.

Additional security features provided with your computer can protect the computer and your data from a variety of risks. The way you use your computer will determine which security features you need to use.

The Windows operating system offers certain security features. Additional security features are listed in the following table. Most of these additional security features can be configured in the Computer Setup utility (referred to hearafter as Computer Setup).

NOTE: Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the computer is turned on or restarted. When using Computer Setup, you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections.

To protect against

Use this security feature

 

 

Unauthorized use of the computer

Power-on authentication using passwords

 

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Administrator passwords

 

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User passwords

 

 

Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10)

Setup password in Computer Setup

 

 

Unauthorized reset of Computer Setup (f10) passwords

Stringent security feature in Computer Setup

 

 

Unauthorized access to data

Microsoft Windows Firewall—An improved Microsoft Windows

 

Firewall (previously known as Internet Connection Firewall, or

 

ICF) that prevents outside requests for data from entering the

 

computer, unless specifically allowed by the user.

 

NOTE: Microsoft Windows Firewall is turned off at the

 

factory.

 

NOTE: For more information on firewall software, refer to the

 

“Using Microsoft Windows Firewall” section in this chapter, or

 

contact your firewall manufacturer.

 

 

Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other

Setup password in Computer Setup

system identification information

 

 

 

 

Unauthorized removal of the computer

Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)

 

 

 

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Contents HP 2533t Mobile Thin Client First Edition May Document Part Number Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Keyboard Multimedia Memory modules Appendix a Routine care Page Top components Identifying the hardwarePointing devices Lights Component DescriptionButtons and switches Off If the computer is plugged into an externalAdjust Power Properties KeysDisplay Fn keyFront components Right-side components Left-side components Rear components Components DescriptionBottom components Wireless antennae Identifying the labels Enhanced Write Filter Using the Enhanced Write Filter command line control Using the Enhanced Write Filter user interface Using the Enhanced Write Filter status utility Drive Z ConfigurationLocal drives Drive CMapping network drives Click Reconnect at LoginSaving files Roaming profilesCreating a new user account User accountsCreating user profiles Page Citrix Program Neighborhood ApplicationsRemote Desktop Connection HP PC Session Allocation Manager SAM Client TeemNT Terminal EmulationAltiris Client Agent HP Dhcp Settings Update Client HP ThinState Capture Select Start Control Panel HP ThinState CaptureHP ThinState Deploy Microsoft Internet Explorer Windows Media Player Macromedia Flash PlayerUsing pointing devices KeyboardUsing hotkeys Displaying system information fn+escInitiating Standby fn+f3 Switching the screen image fn+f4Viewing battery charge information fn+f8 Decreasing screen brightness fn+f9Using the HP Quick Launch Buttons Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons control panel Displaying the Q MenuUsing the embedded numeric keypad Using the keypadsEnabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypadPower Power control and light locationsShutting down the computer Select Start Turn Off Computer Turn OffUsing power-saving states Setting power optionsInitiating and exiting Standby Setting password protection upon exiting Standby Using battery powerUsing the battery meter Click the Notification Area tabDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryPage Managing low battery levels Charging a batteryIdentifying low battery levels Storing a battery Conserving battery powerResolving a low battery level Disposing of a used battery Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapterPlug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet Power Using the audio features Using multimedia hardwareMultimedia Using the audio-in microphone jack Using the audio-out headphone jackAdjusting the volume Using the video features Using the external monitor portUsing multimedia software Using multimedia softwareOpening preinstalled multimedia software Preventing playback disruptionsObserving the copyright warning Changing DVD region settingsSelect Start My Computer Using wireless controls WirelessAbout integrated wireless devices Using WlanSetting up a Wlan Identifying a Wlan device Connecting to a WlanUsing wireless security features Select Start HP System InformationConnecting a modem cable Using a modemModem and LAN Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Selecting a location setting Viewing the current location selection Adding new locations when traveling Check for pulse or tone dialing Solving travel connection problemsCheck the telephone line type Set the modem to ignore dial tonesConnecting to a local area network Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialingSecurity Protecting the computerUsing administrator and user passwords Using passwordsSetting passwords in Windows Automatic logonAdministrator logon Setting passwords in Computer SetupUsing a setup password Manual logonManaging a setup password Using a power-on passwordEntering a setup password Entering a power-on password Managing a power-on passwordRequiring a power-on password at restart Using Microsoft Windows Firewall Configuring Microsoft Windows FirewallIdentifying failure symptoms Gathering configuration informationTroubleshooting applications Adding exceptionsAdding a port Adding a programClick Add Port Installing a security cable Using a USB device Hardware upgradesConnecting a USB device Removing a USB device Using the expansion portUsing the USB Storage Options utility Securing USB portsUsing PC Cards Inserting and removing a PC CardPage Using SD Card Reader cards Inserting a digital cardRemoving a digital card Select Start Printers and Faxes Click Add a printer Adding printers using a text-only print driverAdding a printer Click Use the Following PortUsing manufacturer print drivers Drives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Using optical drives select models only Inserting an optical disc CD or DVDWhen the disc tray opens Removing an optical disc CD or DVDWhen the disc tray does not open Page Using optional external devices Using external drivesUsing an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay Memory modules Page Page Page Multiboot About the boot order deviceEnabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Choosing Multiboot preferencesChoosing a boot device using the F9 prompt Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupUsing Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer SetupRestoring factory settings in Computer Setup File menu Computer Setup menusDiagnostics menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu Routine care Cleaning the displayCleaning the keyboard Traveling and shippingPage Index USBJacks USB
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