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Introduction to security
HP ProtectTools Security Manager software provides security features that help protect against
unauthorized access to the computer, networks, and critical data. Administration of HP ProtectTools
Security Manager is provided through the Administrative Console feature.
Using the console, the local administrator can perform the following tasks:
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Enable or disable security features
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Enroll fingerprints for users of this computer
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Set up a smart card
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Specify required credentials for authentication
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Manage users of the computer
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Adjust device-specific parameters
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Configure installed Security Manager applications
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Add additional Security Manager applications
The software modules available for your computer may vary depending on your model.
HP ProtectTools software modules may be preinstalled, preloaded, or available for download from the
HP Web site. For more information, visit http://www.hp.com.
NOTE:
The instructions in this guide are written with the assumption that you have already installed
the applicable HP ProtectTools software modules.
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