Using Passwords; Setting Passwords In Windows; Setting Passwords In Computer Setup - HP Mini 5101 User Manual

Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several types
of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords
can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Computer Setup utility that is preinstalled on the computer.
CAUTION:
most passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each
password immediately and store it in a secure place.
You can use the same password for a Computer Setup feature and for a Windows security feature. You
can also use the same password for more than one Computer Setup feature.
Use the following guidelines when setting a password in Computer Setup:
● A password can be any combination of up to 8 letters and numbers and is case sensitive.
● A password set in Computer Setup must be entered at a Computer Setup prompt. A password set
in Windows must be entered at a Windows prompt.
Use the following tips for creating and saving passwords:
● When creating passwords, follow requirements set by the program.
● Write down your passwords and store them in a secure place away from the computer.
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Do not store passwords in a file on the computer.
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Do not use your name or other personal information that could be easily discovered by an outsider.
The following sections list Windows and Computer Setup passwords and describe their functions. For
additional information about Windows passwords, such as screen-saver passwords, select Start > Help
and Support.

Setting passwords in Windows

Windows passwords
Administrator password*
User password*
*For information about setting a Windows administrator password or a Windows user password, select Start > Help and
Support.

Setting passwords in Computer Setup

Computer Setup passwords
Setup password
Power-on password
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To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because
Function
Protects access to a Windows administrator-level account.
Protects access to a Windows user account.
Function
Protects access to Computer Setup.
Protects access to the computer contents when the computer
turns on, restarts, or exits Hibernation.