HP Mini dc7608 tower 3.5.1 Password Security, 3.5.2 Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup, F10, F10, F10, Enter, Feature, Purpose, How It Is Established

Desktop Management

Mechanical Security Features

Feature Purpose How It Is Established

Memory Change Alerts	Detects when memory modules
	have been added, moved, or
	removed; notifies user and
	system administrator.

For information on enabling Memory Change Alerts, refer to the online Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD.

Cable Lock Provision	Inhibits access to the interior of
	the computer to prevent
	unwanted configuration
	changes or component
	removal. Can also be used to
	secure the computer to a fixed
	object to prevent theft.

Install a cable lock to secure the computer to a fixed object.

Security Loop Provision	Inhibits access to the interior of
	the computer to prevent
	unwanted configuration
	changes or component
	removal.

Install a lock in the security loop to prevent unwanted configuration changes or component removal.

3.5.1 Password Security

The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer by requiring entry of a password to access applications or data each time the computer is turned on or restarted. The setup password specifically prevents unauthorized access to Computer Setup, and can also be used as an override to the power-on password. That is, when prompted for the power-on password, entering the setup password instead will allow access to the computer.

A network-wide setup password can be established to enable the system administrator to log in to all network systems to perform maintenance without having to know the power-on password, even if one has been established.

3.5.2 Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup

If the system is equipped with an embedded security device, refer to the HP ProtectTools Security Manager Guide at www.hp.com. Establishing a setup password through Computer

Setup prevents reconsideration of the computer (use of the Computer Setup (F10) utility) until the password is entered.

1.Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart.

2.As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the F10 key until you enter Computer Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.

✎If you do not press the F10 key at the appropriate time, you must restart the computer and press and hold the F10 key again to access the utility.

If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error message—disregard it.

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