Desktop Management Guide

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Desktop Management Guide
Smart Cover Lock
The Smart Cover Lock is a software-controllable cover lock featured
on some HP computers. This lock prevents unauthorized access to the
internal components. Computers ship with the Smart Cover Lock in
the unlocked position.
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CAUTION: For maximum cover lock security, be sure to establish a setup
password. The setup password prevents unauthorized access to the
Computer Setup utility.
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The Smart Cover Lock is available as an option on some systems.
Locking the Smart Cover Lock
To activate and lock the Smart Cover Lock, complete the following
steps:
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 > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Lock option.
4. Before exiting, click File > Save Changes and Exit.