Establishing A Power-On Password Using Computer Setup - HP Compaq 6000 Install Manual

Establishing a Power-On Password Using
Computer Setup
Establishing a Power-On Password through Computer Setup prevents access to
the workstation when power is turned on, unless the password is entered. The
password must be entered each time the workstation is turned on, when the key
icon (
To establish a Power-On Password through Computer Setup:
1. Turn on the workstation.
2. When the cursor appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press
F10.
NOTE:
approximately two seconds. If you do not press F10 during this time, you must
turn the workstation off, then on again to access the utility.
3. Press Enter to bypass the welcome screens and display the main menu.
4. From the main menu, select Computer Setup, and press Enter. The
workstation prompts you to reboot. Press Enter and the workstation will
restart into Computer Setup.
5. From the Computer Setup main menu, select the Security Management
feature under Built In Devices.
6. Locate the Power-On Password option and follow the instructions
provided to enable it.
7. For more information about the various screen and configuration options,
see Chapter 4.
8. Save the configuration and exit the utility.
NOTE:
using the Computer Setup utility. Once established, the Setup utility cannot be
used to change or delete the Power-On Password. To change or delete the
Power-On Password, see "Changing a Power-On Password" or "Deleting a
Power-On Password" in this chapter.
) appears on the monitor.
The cursor displays in the upper-right corner of the screen for
The Power-On Password may only be established (for the first time)
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