Managing A Power-On Password; Entering A Power-On Password - HP Pavilion DV5000 User Manual

Managing a power-on password

To set, change, or delete this password:
1. Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing
setup message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Power-On password, and then press enter.
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To set a power-on password, type your password in the Enter New Password and
Confirm New Password fields, and then press enter.
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To change a power-on password, type your current password in the Enter Current
Password field, type a new password in the Enter New Password and Confirm New
Password fields, and then press enter.
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To delete a power-on password, type your current password in the Enter Current
Password field, and then press
3. To save your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10, and then follow the instructions
on the screen.
Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts.

Entering a power-on password

At the Enter Password prompt, type your password (using the same keys you used to set your
password), and then press enter. After 3 unsuccessful attempts to enter your password, you must
restart the computer and try again.
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