Unlocking The Smart Cover Lock; Using The Smart Cover Failsafe Key - HP Compaq dx6050 MT Hardware Reference Manual

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Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

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Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key

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1. Open the computer by removing the access panel. See the
procedure in "Removing the Computer Access Panel and
Front Bezel" for details.
2. Install any optional equipment. See the applicable sections of this
guide or the documentation provided with the optional equipment
for instructions.
3. Replace the computer access panel.
4. Turn on the monitor, computer, and any devices you want to test.
5. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. Refer to the
Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation
Library CD for instructions about using Computer Setup.
6. If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup
to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. Refer to the
Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation Library CD
for more information about the Smart Cover Lock and Smart
Cover Sensor.
The Smart Cover Lock is an optional feature and is available on select
models only.
The Smart Cover Lock is a software-controllable cover lock,
controlled by the setup password. This lock prevents unauthorized
access to the internal components. The computer ships with the Smart
Cover Lock in the unlocked position. For more information about
locking the Smart Cover Lock, refer to the Desktop Management
guide.
If you enable the Smart Cover Lock and cannot enter your password
to disable the lock, you will need a Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open
the computer cover. You will need the key in any of the following
circumstances:
■
Power outage
■
Startup failure
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