HP Client Security Commercial Managed IT Software
8 
Layer Device protection Description 
(See Absolute Data Protect 
(ADP)on page 31) 
•  4 years of service included in the ElitePad 900 and 
Windows 8 EliteBook Revolve 810 
•  Upgrade to LoJack for theft recovery available when the user 
logs into my.absolute.com to manage their account 
 Microsoft Security Essentials 
(Win7) / Microsoft Defender 
(Win8.x) 
4 
Prevents and detects most malware attacks from compromising a 
PC, not based on subscriptions that can expire. 
Hardware-based  Physical device security: 
chassis security kits, locks, 
cables, and sensors 
HP supports a variety of accessories to protect against physical 
loss of a device and its hardware components. 
1.  Supported EliteBook 800 and ZBook series. 
2.  For PCs without a backup copy in the system flash memory requires an HP_Tools partition for automatic recovery. Feature not 
supported on Business Desktops release prior to 2013 nor ElitePads. 
3.  Absolute agent is shipped turned off, and will be activated when customers activate a purchased subscription. Subscriptions can be 
purchased for terms ranging multiple years. Service is limited, check with Absolute for availability outside the U.S. The Absolute 
Recovery Guarantee is a limited warranty. Certain conditions apply. For full details visit: 
http://www.absolute.com/company/legal/agreements/computrace-agreement. Data Delete is an optional service provided by 
Absolute Software. If utilized, the Recovery Guarantee is null and void. In order to use the Data Delete service, customers must first 
sign a Pre-Authorization Agreement and either obtain a PIN or purchase one or more RSA SecurID tokens from Absolute Software. 
Absolute Data Protect requires the user to activate the included subscription. 
4.  Internet access required. Opt-in is required to receive updates. 
Table 3    Identity Protection Security Features 
Layer Identity 
protection 
Description 
BIOS Security  Power-on 
Authentication 
1 
(See HP Client Security 
– Manageability Options 
on page 9) 
Requires users to authenticate themselves when turning on the 
computer before the operating system or any other software will 
start. HP Business Notebooks support the users’ Windows 
Password or Fingerprint, and Business Desktops support a separate 
password that requires setup in the BIOS 
 Enhanced Pre-boot 
Security 
HP Business Notebooks provide additional pre-boot security 
capabilities, consisting of multiple users in the BIOS identified with 
their Windows credentials, fingerprint reader reset, HP One Step 
Logon and HP SpareKey support. 
Software-based  HP Credential Manager 
2 
(See HP Client Security 
– Manageability Options 
on page 9)  
Supports multiple authentication methods and two-factor 
authentication policies: 
•  Windows Password 
•  Integrated Fingerprint Reader sensor (Business notebook 
option) 
•  Smart Card* (CSP, PKCS11 standards) with integrated Smart 
Card reader or Smart Card keyboards 
•  Contactless / Proximity Card* (HID iCLASS and Proximity, 
MiFare Classic 1K, 4K, and Mini) with supported card readers 
(OMNIKEY readers, e.g. 5321, 5325) 
•  Bluetooth (mobile phone device) 
•  PIN 
•  Face Recognition (Win7 business PCs released prior to 2013) 
*Cards and middleware required and not included. 










