1 Introduction to security

HP ProtectTools security software provides security features that help protect against unauthorized access to the computer, networks, and critical data. Enhanced security functionality is provided by several HP ProtectTools software modules.

HP ProtectTools provides two versions that can be utilized: HP ProtectTools Security Manager Administrative Console and HP ProtectTools Security Manager (for general users). Both Administrator and user versions are available in the Start > All Programs > HP menu.

Function

Features

 

 

HP ProtectTools Security Manager Administrative

Requires Microsoft Windows system administrator rights to

Console

access

 

Access to modules to be configured by an administrator and

 

not available to the general user

 

Allows initial security setup and configures options or

 

requirements for all users

 

 

HP ProtectTools Security Manager (for general users)

Allows users to configure options provided by an administrator

 

Can restrict access and only allow a user limited controls of

 

some HP ProtectTools modules

 

 

NOTE: Password Manager, Smart Card Security, Face Recognition (some models) and Drive Encryption are configured using the Security Manager setup wizard. HP Professional Desktop systems do not currently support fingerprint devices.

HP ProtectTools software modules may be preinstalled, preloaded, or available as a configurable option or as an after market option. Visit http://www.hp.com for more information.

NOTE: The instructions in this guide are written with the assumption that you have already installed the applicable HP ProtectTools software modules.

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