Desktop Management Guide

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Desktop Management Guide
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.
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
F10 when the
monitor light turns green to enter Computer Setup. Press
Enter to
bypass the title screen, if necessary.
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If you do not press F10 at the appropriate time, you must restart the
computer and again press
F10 when the monitor light turns green to
access the utility.
3.Select Security, then select Setup Password and follow the
instructions on the screen.
4. Before exiting, click File > Save Changes and Exit.