Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

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

2.When the F10 Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press the F10 key. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.

✎If you do not press the F10 key while the message is displayed, you must turn the computer off, then on again, to access the utility.

3.Select Security, then select Smart Cover and the Unlocked option.

4.Before exiting, click File Æ Save Changes and Exit.

Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key

If you enable the Smart Cover Lock and cannot enter your password to disable the lock, you will need a Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open the computer cover. You will need the key in any of the following circumstances:

„￿Power outage

„￿Startup failure

„￿PC component failure (e.g., processor or power supply)

„￿Forgotten password

CAUTION: The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from Compaq. Be prepared; order this key before you need one.

3.2.4Cable Lock Provision

A physical security device for your computer may also be available, through the cable lock provision. See your Guide to Features & Upgrades for more information on using and installing the cable lock provision.

3.3Fault Notification and Recovery

Fault Notification and Recovery features combine innovative hardware and software technology to prevent the loss of critical data and minimize unplanned downtime.

When a fault occurs, the computer displays a Local Alert message containing a description of the fault and any recommended actions. You can then view current system health by using Compaq Insight Personal Edition. If the computer is connected to a network managed by Compaq Insight Manager or other SNMP-based management products from Compaq Management Solutions Partners, the computer also sends a fault notice to the network management application.

3.3.1Processor Fault Prediction and Prefailure Warranty

When the processor encounters an excessive number of error checking and correcting (ECC) cache memory errors, the computer displays a Local Alert Message. This message contains detailed information about the faulty processor, allowing you to take action before you experience non-correctable cache memory errors. The Prefailure Warranty allows you to replace these processors, free of charge, before they actually fail. Processors with ECC cache memory are available on select Compaq personal computers.

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