HP HDX X16-1299EB Premium Notebook PC User Manual

SecurityUser Guide

Managing an administrator passwordTo set, change, or delete this password:1. Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pre

Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts.Entering a power-on passwordAt the Enter Password prompt, type your password (using the sam

3 Using antivirus softwareWhen you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses.Computer viruses can di

4 Using firewall softwareWhen you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be ableto gain access to informat

5 Installing critical security updatesCAUTION: To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from security breaches and computerviruses, install al

6 Installing an optional security cableNOTE: A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent but may not prevent the computer from beingmishandled

7 Using the fingerprint reader (selectmodels only)NOTE: The location of the fingerprint reader varies by model.10 Chapter 7 Using the fingerprint re

Locating the fingerprint readerThe fingerprint reader is a small metallic sensor that is located in one of the following areas of yourcomputer:●Near t

Registering fingerprintsA fingerprint reader allows you to log on to Windows using a fingerprint that you have registered usingDigitalPersona Personal

Using your registered fingerprint to log on to WindowsTo log on to Windows using your fingerprint:1. Immediately after you have registered your finger

© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-PackardDevelopment Company, L.P.Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registeredtrademarks of Microsoft Corporation.The information

IndexAadministrator passwordentering 4managing 4antivirus software 6Ccable, security 9critical updates, software 8Eentering a power-on password 5enter

Product noticeThis user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not beavailable on your computer.iii

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Table of contents1 Protecting the computer2 Using passwordsSetting passwords in Windows ...

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1 Protecting the computerStandard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows SetupUtility can protect your person

2 Using passwordsA password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several typesof passwords can be set, depend

Setting passwords in WindowsPassword FunctionAdministrator password Protects administrator-level access to computer contents.NOTE: This password canno