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HP Credential Manager for
ProtectTools
Basic Concepts
Credential Manager for ProtectTools has security features that provide a secure and convenient
computing environment. These features include the following:
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Alternatives to passwords when logging on to Microsoft Windows, such as using a Java Card or
biometric reader
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Single Sign On feature that automatically remembers credentials (user ids and passwords) for Web
sites, applications, and protected network resources
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Support for optional security devices, such as Java Cards and biometric readers
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Support for additional security settings, such as requiring authentication with an optional security
device to unlock the computer and access applications
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Enhanced encryption for stored passwords, when implemented with a TPM embedded security
chip
Launch Procedure
To launch Credential Manager, if available:
1.
Click Start > Control Panel > Security Center > ProtectTools Security Manager > Credential
Manager.
2.
Click Log On in the upper right corner of the panel.
You can choose to log on to Credential Manager in any of the following ways:
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Credential Manager Logon Wizard (preferred)
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ProtectTools Security Manager
NOTE
in to Credential Manager, you are logged in to Windows at the same time.
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If you use the Credential Manager Logon prompt on the Windows Logon screen to log
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