Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: June 2008 Document Part Number: 483456-001 Microsoft and Windows are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services.
HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are U.S. © Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. First Edition: June 2008 Document Part Number: 483456-001 Microsoft and Windows are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services.
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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Table of contents 1 Protecting the computer 2 Using passwords Setting passwords in Windows ...3 Setting passwords in Setup Utility ...3 Administrator password ...3 Managing an administrator password 4 Entering an administrator password 4 Power-on password ...4 Managing a power-on password 5 Entering a power-on ... security cable 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Locating the fingerprint reader ...11 Registering fingerprints ...12 Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows 13 Index ...14 v
Table of contents 1 Protecting the computer 2 Using passwords Setting passwords in Windows ...3 Setting passwords in Setup Utility ...3 Administrator password ...3 Managing an administrator password 4 Entering an administrator password 4 Power-on password ...4 Managing a power-on password 5 Entering a power-on ... security cable 7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Locating the fingerprint reader ...11 Registering fingerprints ...12 Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows 13 Index ...14 v
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... (used with an optional security cable) 1 1 Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove all password and fingerprint settings. Follow the procedures... ● Power-on password Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to ...
... (used with an optional security cable) 1 1 Protecting the computer Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup Utility can protect your computer for service, remove all password and fingerprint settings. Follow the procedures... ● Power-on password Computer viruses Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other Administrator password system identification information Ongoing or future threats to ...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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...password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set by an outsider. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are set, changed, or deleted, it in a secure place. Use the following tips for more than ...is case sensitive. ● A password set in the Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support....
...password for creating and saving passwords: ● When creating passwords, follow requirements set by an outsider. For additional information about Windows passwords, such as they are set, changed, or deleted, it in a secure place. Use the following tips for more than ...is case sensitive. ● A password set in the Setup Utility must be entered at a Setup Utility prompt. Use the following sections list Windows and Setup Utility passwords and describe their functions. Because most passwords are not displayed as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help and Support....
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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...access to the computer contents. ● After this password is set, it must be entered each time you set in Windows, nor is not interchangeable with an administrator password set a user or administrator password, follow these passwords, refer to access Setup...Hibernation. *For details about each time you exit Sleep or Hibernation. Setting passwords in Windows Password Administrator password User password QuickLock Function Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Protects access to computer contents. Setting passwords in Setup Utility Password Function...
...access to the computer contents. ● After this password is set, it must be entered each time you set in Windows, nor is not interchangeable with an administrator password set a user or administrator password, follow these passwords, refer to access Setup...Hibernation. *For details about each time you exit Sleep or Hibernation. Setting passwords in Windows Password Administrator password User password QuickLock Function Protects administrator-level access to a Windows user account. Protects access to computer contents. Setting passwords in Setup Utility Password Function...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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... from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 5 Installing critical security updates Updates to Windows and other software may have become available after you receive an alert. Use the update link at Start > All Programs... > Windows Update. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates to the operating system and other Microsoft® programs, as they are installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run Windows Update as soon as you set up your computer. ...
... from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support. 8 Chapter 5 Installing critical security updates Updates to Windows and other software may have become available after you receive an alert. Use the update link at Start > All Programs... > Windows Update. ● Run Windows Update monthly thereafter. ● Obtain updates to the operating system and other Microsoft® programs, as they are installed on the computer, observe these guidelines: ● Run Windows Update as soon as you set up your computer. ...
Security - Window Vista and Windows 7
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...Fingerprint" page opens. 5. Click Yes to register additional fingerprints. Click Finish. In Windows, click the DigitalPersona Personal icon in the notification area, at this time, or you can create a Windows password at the far right of using a fingerprint that you have completed 4 ...the fingerprint sensor. Click No if you do not have a Windows password, the "Protect Your Windows Account" page opens. The "Registration Complete" page opens. 9. Click the finger on to Windows using a Windows password. When you register additional fingerprints. When the fingerprint is ...
...Fingerprint" page opens. 5. Click Yes to register additional fingerprints. Click Finish. In Windows, click the DigitalPersona Personal icon in the notification area, at this time, or you can create a Windows password at the far right of using a fingerprint that you have completed 4 ...the fingerprint sensor. Click No if you do not have a Windows password, the "Protect Your Windows Account" page opens. The "Registration Complete" page opens. 9. Click the finger on to Windows using a Windows password. When you register additional fingerprints. When the fingerprint is ...
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Swipe any of your registered fingers to log on to Windows using your fingerprint, follow these steps: 1. Immediately after you have registered your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows 13 Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows To log on to Windows. Using your fingerprints, restart Windows. 2.
Swipe any of your registered fingers to log on to Windows using your fingerprint, follow these steps: 1. Immediately after you have registered your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows 13 Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows To log on to Windows. Using your fingerprints, restart Windows. 2.
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... 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7 M managing a power-on password 5 managing an administrator password 4 P passwords administrator 3 power-on 4 set in Setup Utility 3 set in Windows 3 power-on password creating 5 entering 5 managing 5 Q QuickLock 3 R registering fingerprints 12 S security features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords set in 3 Setup Utility, passwords set in...
... 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7 M managing a power-on password 5 managing an administrator password 4 P passwords administrator 3 power-on 4 set in Setup Utility 3 set in Windows 3 power-on password creating 5 entering 5 managing 5 Q QuickLock 3 R registering fingerprints 12 S security features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords set in 3 Setup Utility, passwords set in...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... Edition: December 2008 First Edition: September 2007 Document Part Number: 483457-002 registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is a U.S. Windows is subject to change without notice. Nothing herein should be liable for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services.
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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..., security, and other preferences. 1 Starting the Setup Utility The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows® operating system is not working. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10. 1 To start the Setup Utility: ▲ Open the Setup Utility by...
..., security, and other preferences. 1 Starting the Setup Utility The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows® operating system is not working. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10. 1 To start the Setup Utility: ▲ Open the Setup Utility by...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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..., for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is displayed, press enter. 5. To save your language selected is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Your change and exit the Setup Utility, use either the arrow keys or f5 or f6. ● To...
..., for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is displayed, press enter. 5. To save your language selected is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Your change and exit the Setup Utility, use either the arrow keys or f5 or f6. ● To...
Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... current session: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. After either choice, the computer restarts in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility Then use the arrow keys to the menu display. Then use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes...
... current session: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. After either choice, the computer restarts in Windows. 4 Chapter 2 Using the Setup Utility Then use the arrow keys to the menu display. Then use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... be available on your computer. Some features may not be liable for HP products and services are common to change without notice. Windows is subject to most models. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Fourth Edition: March 2009 First Edition: June 2007 Document Part ...
... be available on your computer. Some features may not be liable for HP products and services are common to change without notice. Windows is subject to most models. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Fourth Edition: March 2009 First Edition: June 2007 Document Part ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...to factory settings in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. 1 System restore points allow you should continue to back up your information regularly to protect your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your ... recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. NOTE: If your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system...
...to factory settings in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. 1 System restore points allow you should continue to back up your information regularly to protect your computer by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are used to start up (boot) your ... recovery partition (select models only) on a regular basis to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). HP recommends that do not have a recovery partition. NOTE: If your full factory image if you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...sc. b. Backup suggestions 5 Backup suggestions ● Create a set of recovery discs using Recovery Manager. ● Create system restore points using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to reset your settings. c. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste....folder and back up this folder periodically. ● Back up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your preferences. To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing...
...sc. b. Backup suggestions 5 Backup suggestions ● Create a set of recovery discs using Recovery Manager. ● Create system restore points using the Windows® System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to reset your settings. c. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste....folder and back up this folder periodically. ● Back up templates stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your preferences. To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing...
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Create a system restore point 1. The System Protection window opens. 6. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. A system restore point allows you can reverse the restoration. NOTE: Recovering to your ...information Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. The System Restore window opens. 5. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally NOTE...
Create a system restore point 1. The System Protection window opens. 6. Click the System Restore button, and then click Next. A system restore point allows you can reverse the restoration. NOTE: Recovering to your ...information Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > System. 2. Click the System Protection tab. 4. In the left pane, click System Protection. 3. The System Restore window opens. 5. When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally NOTE...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...on -screen instructions. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from the recovery discs 7 Recovering from the recovery discs: 1. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set up your operating system and software. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that ...you use HP Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc...
...on -screen instructions. Recovering from the recovery discs To restore the system from the recovery discs 7 Recovering from the recovery discs: 1. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as you set up your operating system and software. NOTE: Recovery Manager recovers only software that ...you use HP Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Insert the first recovery disc...
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Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 5 personal files 5 templates 5 backup suggestions 5 F f11 8 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 7 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery ...
Index B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 5 personal files 5 templates 5 backup suggestions 5 F f11 8 full system recovery 1 P performing a recovery 7 R recovering a program or driver 1 recovering from the dedicated recovery ...
Modem and Local Area Network - Windows Vista
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.... 3. Next to a location setting that includes dialing rules for the new location setting. 5. For example, you can use the modem. Click New. (The New Location window opens.) 4. The modem may not function properly if the correct country or region selection is not made. CAUTION: To prevent losing your home location settings... current location, click OK. ● To select another location setting as the current location setting, select your new location setting. (The Phone and Modem Options window opens.) 9.
.... 3. Next to a location setting that includes dialing rules for the new location setting. 5. For example, you can use the modem. Click New. (The New Location window opens.) 4. The modem may not function properly if the correct country or region selection is not made. CAUTION: To prevent losing your home location settings... current location, click OK. ● To select another location setting as the current location setting, select your new location setting. (The Phone and Modem Options window opens.) 9.