Table 3-13Security Features Overview (continued)

Feature

Purpose

How It Is Established

Cable Lock Provision

Prevents entire system theft only.

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

Padlock Loop

Prevents access panel from being

Install a security lock.

 

removed. This loop can also be used to

 

 

secure the unit to a fixed object.

 

 

 

 

Access Panel Key Lock

Prevents removal of the access panel and

Lock the access panel.

(Standard)

all internal components including optical

 

 

and floppy drives

 

 

 

 

Universal Chassis Clamp Lock

The version without a cable discourages

Install a chassis clamp lock.

(Optional)

access panel removal and prevents theft of

 

 

IO devices. The version with a cable

 

 

additionally prevents entire system theft

 

 

and allows multiple systems to be secured

 

 

with a single cable.

 

 

 

 

Hood Sensor

Notifies a local or remote user when the

Install an intrusion sensor.

 

chassis access panel has been opened.

 

For more information about Computer Setup, refer to “Computer Setup Menu” on page 47.

Password Security

The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the workstation by requiring entry of a password to access applications or data each time the workstation 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 workstation.

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.

NOTE: System Software Manager and HP Client Manager Software allow remote management of Setup Passwords and other BIOS settings in a networked environment. For more information, visit http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy.

Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup

Establishing a setup password through Computer Setup prevents reconfiguration of the workstation (use of the Computer Setup (F10) utility) until the password is entered.

To establish a setup password using workstation setup:

1.Turn on or restart the workstation.

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

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