Using Computer Setup Security Features; Securing System Devices; Using Computer Setup Stringent Security - HP Mini 5101 User Manual

Using Computer Setup security features

Securing system devices

From the Boot options menu or the Port options menu in Computer Setup, you can disable or enable
system devices.
To disable or reenable system devices in Computer Setup, follow these steps:
1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing
"F10 = ROM Based Setup" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Boot options or System Configuration
> Port options. Then press
3. To confirm your preferences, press f10.
4. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then follow
the instructions on the screen.
Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts.

Using Computer Setup stringent security

CAUTION:
setup password, power-on password, or smart card PIN in a safe place away from your computer.
Without these passwords or PIN, the computer cannot be unlocked.
The stringent security feature enhances power-on security by forcing user authentication with your
configured setup password, power-on password, or smart card PIN before granting access to the
system.
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To prevent the computer from becoming permanently unusable, record your configured
and use the arrow keys to select the options you want.
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