Security - Windows Vista
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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 4 Entering a power-on password 5 3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing an optional security cable 7 Using...
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 4 Entering a power-on password 5 3 Using antivirus software 4 Using firewall software 5 Installing critical security updates 6 Installing an optional security cable 7 Using...
Security - Windows Vista
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... ● 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 a Windows user account User password Unauthorized removal of risks. Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Critical security updates ● Optional ...
... ● 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 a Windows user account User password Unauthorized removal of risks. Computer risk Security feature Unauthorized use the following features: ● Passwords ● Antivirus software ● Firewall software ● Critical security updates ● Optional ...
Security - Windows Vista
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...operating system and other Microsoft® programs are released, from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert. Additional updates to Windows and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. You can obtain updates, as they are released periodically. 5 Installing critical... all available updates and install them on your computer: ● Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft. ● Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Download all critical updates from the Microsoft Web site and through the...
...operating system and other Microsoft® programs are released, from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert. Additional updates to Windows and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. You can obtain updates, as they are released periodically. 5 Installing critical... all available updates and install them on your computer: ● Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft. ● Use the update link at Start > All Programs > Windows Update. Download all critical updates from the Microsoft Web site and through the...
Security - Windows Vista
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... a power-on password 5 entering an administrator password 4 F fingerprint reader 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7 M managing a power-on password 4 managing an administrator password 4 P passwords administrator 3 power-on 4 set in Setup Utility 3 set in Windows 3 power-on password entering 5 managing 4 Q QuickLock 3 R registering fingerprints 12 S security features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords...
... a power-on password 5 entering an administrator password 4 F fingerprint reader 10 fingerprint reader location 11 firewall software 7 M managing a power-on password 4 managing an administrator password 4 P passwords administrator 3 power-on 4 set in Setup Utility 3 set in Windows 3 power-on password entering 5 managing 4 Q QuickLock 3 R registering fingerprints 12 S security features 1 passwords 2 security cable 9 Setup Utility passwords...
Wireless Setup Guide
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... home and business networks, which in 10,000 DID YOU KNOW... b Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties. (The Properties window is usually required to decrypt the data. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)-A specification for more of securing your router, refer to the router... at speeds up Internet access. Refer to the router instructions. 2 To change the SSID on each computer in firewall. • Firewall software also can be easily associated with your doors unlocked, so don't venture into IP addresses. If you . Important: The same SSID must...
... home and business networks, which in 10,000 DID YOU KNOW... b Right-click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties. (The Properties window is usually required to decrypt the data. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)-A specification for more of securing your router, refer to the router... at speeds up Internet access. Refer to the router instructions. 2 To change the SSID on each computer in firewall. • Firewall software also can be easily associated with your doors unlocked, so don't venture into IP addresses. If you . Important: The same SSID must...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is repaired or restored ● Before you add or modify... hardware or software Backup suggestions ● Create a set of your settings. Display the screen. You also can...be a time saver if you have to reset your preferences. Copy the screen: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. Backing up your information When to back up ● On a regularly ...
...When to create restore points ● Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware ● Periodically, whenever the system is repaired or restored ● Before you add or modify... hardware or software Backup suggestions ● Create a set of your settings. Display the screen. You also can...be a time saver if you have to reset your preferences. Copy the screen: To copy only the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. Backing up your information When to back up ● On a regularly ...
Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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...them before using Recovery Manager. Follow the on -screen instructions. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can perform a recovery from the partition on the screen. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Recovery...in repair features, such as you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Recovery Manager software allows you set up all personal files. 2. HP recommends that was preinstalled at the factory.
...them before using Recovery Manager. Follow the on -screen instructions. Performing a recovery NOTE: You can perform a recovery from the partition on the screen. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Insert the first recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Recovery...in repair features, such as you to create an entire drive backup as soon as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. Recovery Manager software allows you set up all personal files. 2. HP recommends that was preinstalled at the factory.
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... or changing Windows settings. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the... packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Install the updates. 1 Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Windows Help for more information. 2.
... or changing Windows settings. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 3. You may be prompted for your computer model, product category, and series or family. Updating software Updated versions of the software provided with the... packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which are packaged in the remainder of this guide: 1. Install the updates. 1 Most software and BIOS updates on the HP Web site. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to Windows Help for more information. 2.
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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To use the Setup Utility for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Follow the instructions on your computer and ... the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you want to download. 3. When the Main menu is running on the computer, you are already in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your selection to the...
To use the Setup Utility for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Access the page on the HP Web site that is displayed in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Follow the instructions on your computer and ... the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you want to download. 3. When the Main menu is running on the computer, you are already in Windows) or by pressing fn+esc (if you need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your selection to the...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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... earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update. 4. The BIOS installation begins. 5. You will be downloaded. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. The hard drive designation is complete. If...
... earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update. 4. The BIOS installation begins. 5. You will be downloaded. Follow any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. The hard drive designation is complete. If...
Software Updates - Windows Vista
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...on the screen. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on your hard drive. 4 Updating software The hard drive designation is complete, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen reports a successful installation..., you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen. Access the page on the HP Web site that has...
...on the screen. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on your hard drive. 4 Updating software The hard drive designation is complete, open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on the screen reports a successful installation..., you recorded earlier, open the folder on the screen. Access the page on the HP Web site that has...
Pointing Devices and Keyboard - Windows Vista
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...press the second key of the hotkey command. - On some computer models, the BIOS date is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use a hotkey ...command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press...
...press the second key of the hotkey command. - On some computer models, the BIOS date is displayed as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ● Answers to questions about using your computer ● Tutorials to help you learn to use a hotkey ...command on your computer ● Checkups for the Windows operating system, drivers, and the software provided on the computer keyboard, follow either of these steps: ● Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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...For more information, refer to the Wireless Assistant software Help: 1. To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Wireless Assistant icon Mobility Center. in the Windows Mobility Center. 2. Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the icon in the Windows® For more information, refer to the ...user guide for your operating system. 4 Chapter 2 Using the wireless controls Click the Help button. NOTE: Enabling or turning on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. Using operating system controls...
...For more information, refer to the Wireless Assistant software Help: 1. To view the state of the wireless devices, click the Wireless Assistant icon Mobility Center. in the Windows Mobility Center. 2. Open Wireless Assistant by clicking the icon in the Windows® For more information, refer to the ...user guide for your operating system. 4 Chapter 2 Using the wireless controls Click the Help button. NOTE: Enabling or turning on or off using the Wireless Assistant software. Using operating system controls...
HP G7000 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario C700 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... click System protection. 3. Recovering system information 111 The screen shot can then recover back to that point if you add or extensively modify software or hardware. ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. Select Start >...files and settings. 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 disc. ● Store personal files in the Documents folder and back up these ...
... click System protection. 3. Recovering system information 111 The screen shot can then recover back to that point if you add or extensively modify software or hardware. ● Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. Select Start >...files and settings. 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 disc. ● Store personal files in the Documents folder and back up these ...
HP G7000 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario C700 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > System. 2. Because DVDs store more information than CDs, DVDs and DVDs with the Recovery Manager software. ● The computer must be created per computer. ● Number each disc before inserting it into the computer optical drive. ● If...then click Next. 4. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. The System Restore window opens. 5. Creating recovery discs After setting up (boot) the computer and recover the operating system and software to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was ...
... Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > System. 2. Because DVDs store more information than CDs, DVDs and DVDs with the Recovery Manager software. ● The computer must be created per computer. ● Number each disc before inserting it into the computer optical drive. ● If...then click Next. 4. In the left pane, click System protection. 3. The System Restore window opens. 5. Creating recovery discs After setting up (boot) the computer and recover the operating system and software to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was ...
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... that you set up your computer. NOTE: Recovery Manager only recovers software that you use Recovery Manager to repair or restore the system if you have previously backed up all ... computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on -screen instructions. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Insert the first recovery disc into the ... perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive. HP recommends that was preinstalled at the factory. If you experience system failure or instability. Then select Recovery Manager...
... that you set up your computer. NOTE: Recovery Manager only recovers software that you use Recovery Manager to repair or restore the system if you have previously backed up all ... computer and press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on -screen instructions. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in either the Start button or f11. Insert the first recovery disc into the ... perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive. HP recommends that was preinstalled at the factory. If you experience system failure or instability. Then select Recovery Manager...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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...CD, click Windows Media Player. Select Start > All Programs, and then open . Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. Follow the instructions on -screen instructions. 3. Using multimedia software 1. An ... program you want to use . or - 1. Click a multimedia task from a disc 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. Opening preinstalled multimedia software 11 Opening preinstalled multimedia software 1. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to do so.
...CD, click Windows Media Player. Select Start > All Programs, and then open . Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. 3. Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive. Follow the instructions on -screen instructions. 3. Using multimedia software 1. An ... program you want to use . or - 1. Click a multimedia task from a disc 1. Insert the disc into the optical drive. 2. Opening preinstalled multimedia software 11 Opening preinstalled multimedia software 1. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to do so.
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... multimedia program to exit the program and then restart it. 12 Chapter 2 Working with multimedia software Otherwise, you may need to restart the disc. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. or - ● The playback window in the multimedia program may see a warning message asking if you click No, the...
... multimedia program to exit the program and then restart it. 12 Chapter 2 Working with multimedia software Otherwise, you may need to restart the disc. Do not initiate Hibernation or Sleep while playing a disc. or - ● The playback window in the multimedia program may see a warning message asking if you click No, the...