Security; Using The Security Slot; Power-On Password - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 1700 Supplementary Manual

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Using the Security Slot

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Power-On Password

Tip
Pressing the F9 key at
any point within the setup
returns your Notebook to the
default settings.
To use the security slot found on
the back of your Notebook,
complete the following steps:
1. Insert a locking device (such as
a Kensington lock) into the
security slot.
2. Turn the locking device clockwise 90 degrees.
To remove the locking device, turn the locking device
counter-clockwise 90 degrees and remove the device from
the slot.
You can set a power-on password that
will secure the information you store on
the hard disk. When turning on your
Notebook, this password must be entered
before you can access your files.
To set the power-on password, complete the following steps:
1. Press the Power button to turn on your Notebook.
2. After the Compaq logo is displayed, a cursor is shown in the
upper right corner of the screen for a few seconds. While the
cursor is visible, press the F10 key.
3. Using your arrow keys, select the Security option from the
menu bar.