Setting A Power-On Password - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 1700 Reference Manual

Setting a Power-On Password

You can set a power-on password that will secure the information you store on
your Internet PC. When turning on your computer, this password must be entered
before your computer will start and you can access your files. To set this password,
complete the following steps:
1. When you start your computer, the Compaq logo appears on your display. For
a few seconds, there will be a cursor flashing in the upper right hand corner.
When this cursor appears, press the F10 key.
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CAUTION: F10 setup is for experienced users only. If you change any other settings,
your computer may not restart. Pressing the F9 key at any point within the setup
returns your computer to the default settings.
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NOTE: While in the F10 setup mode, you will not be able to use your mouse or
TouchPad to move around the screen. You must use the arrow keys or the + and –
keys.
2. Using your arrow keys, select the Security option from the menubar.
3. Move to Set Supervisor Password. Press the Enter key.
4. Set your personalized password and press the Enter key. You will have to
confirm the password and press the Enter key again.
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CAUTION: Write your password down in a secure location. If you forget or lose your
power-on password, a Compaq service technician will have to reset your computer
for you to access your files.
5. Move to Password on boot and use the + or – key to select Enable.
6. Using your arrow keys, select Exit from the menubar.
7. Make sure that Exit Saving Changes is selected. Press the Enter key.
8. Select Yes to save your changes and exit.
Your power-on password is now set. Every time you turn on your computer or
access F10 setup, you will have to enter this password.
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