NOTE It is recommended that you use the default, AES.

Select which data you want encrypted. If you select to have the My Documents folder encrypted, you can also choose whether to encrypt media files (for example, audio or video files). Media files often take longer to encrypt and decrypt than other file types.

Select whether you want the encryption status displayed. Selecting this option allows you to monitor the encryption/decryption process.

11.Tap Next.

12.From the Security Configuration Complete screen, tap Continue to create your PIN or password, and answer your hint question.

13.Prior to entering your PIN or password, you are asked for a passphrase. Tap OK, then follow the on-screen instructions to create a passphrase.

NOTE You do not need to remember the passphrase on a daily basis, but you should remember it for future reference. For more information on passphrases, tap the More Information... button.

14.Tap OK.

15.If requested, enter your PIN or password two times for verification purposes.

16.From the Set up Passwords screen, select your hint question by tapping the left and right arrow buttons near the question. Answer the question two times for verification purposes.

17.Tap OK. Your HP iPAQ resets itself after a few seconds, or you can tap the Reset Device button to reset the device immediately.

NOTE After the device has completed the reset process, you are asked for your PIN and/or password before you can begin using it again.

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