HP X6050US, X6125CL, X6110US, X6070US Protect the Notebook from Power Surges, Firewall Software

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Firewall Software

When you use the notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you, your notebook, and your data. Firewalls monitor all incoming and outgoing traffic on your computer by including features such as logging and reporting, automatic alarms, and user interfaces for configuring the firewall. To protect your privacy, it is recommended that you use firewall software.

Your notebook comes with preinstalled firewall software. Refer to the online Help in the firewall software application for additional information.

✎Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily solve the problem, disable the firewall, perform the task that is interfering with the firewall, and then reenable the firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall.

Protect the Notebook from Power Surges

To protect the notebook from the power surges that may be caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm:

■Plug the notebook power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. Surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers.

■Provide surge protection on the cable that connects the modem to a telephone line.

■During an electrical storm, either run the notebook on battery power or shut down the notebook and disconnect the power cord.

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