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To set, change, or delete an administrator or power-on password in Setup Utility (BIOS):
1.
To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press
f10.
2.
Use the arrow keys to select Security, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Your changes take effect when the computer restarts.
Using the fingerprint reader
Integrated fingerprint readers are available on select computer models. In order to use the fingerprint
reader, you must set up a user account and password on the computer and then register one or more
fingerprints using HP SimplePass software.
For the location of the fingerprint reader on your computer, see Getting to know your computer.
Using HP SimplePass (select models only)
HP SimplePass provides an easy-to-use interface to help secure your computer and simplify the way
you log on to your computer and password-protected websites. Use a registered fingerprint to:
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Log on to Windows.
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Access websites and other programs that require a logon.
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Set up a single sign-on service that allows you to use a registered fingerprint to create
credentials for any application that requires a user name and password.
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Set up protected accounts on the computer for multiple users.
For more information, see the HP SimplePass software Help.
Registering fingerprints
To register one or more fingerprints with HP SimplePass:
1.
Swipe a finger on the fingerprint sensor to launch HP SimplePass.
– or –
From the Start screen, type simple, and then select HP SimplePass.
2.
When the HP SimplePass welcome screen displays, click Get Started It's Easy.
3.
HP SimplePass prompts you to swipe your right index finger over the sensor.
4.
Swipe your finger 3 times to finish the registration.
A green circle is displayed on the finger if it is registered successfully.
5.
To set up a Windows password, select Set up Windows logon.
Using the fingerprint reader
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