Passwords - HP Compaq Presario,Presario X6000 Hardware And Software Manual

Security

Passwords

Most security features use passwords. Whenever you set a
password, write down the password and store it in a secure
location away from the notebook.
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If you forget your power-on password and your
Compaq administrator password, you cannot start up the
notebook or restore from Hibernation. Call Customer Care
or your authorized service partner for additional information.
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If you forget your Compaq administrator password, you will
not be able to access the Setup utility.
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If you forget the DriveLock password the hard drive is
permanently locked and can no longer be used.
For instructions, refer to the
chapter.
5–4
"DriveLock" section in this
Hardware and Software Guide