Password Security; Establishing A Setup Password Using Computer Setup - Compaq Deskpro EN Series Maintenance & Service Manual

Feature
Smart Cover
Lock
Memory
Change Alerts
Ownership Tag
Cable Lock
Provision
For more information about Computer Setup, refer to the "Compaq Computer Setup Utilities" section of this
chapter. In some cases switches may need to be set. For more information about these switches, refer to
the "Connectors, Jumpers, and Switches" chapter.
2.9.1

Password Security

The computer supports security password features, which can be established through the Compaq
Computer Setup Utilities menu.

Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup

Establishing a setup password through Computer Setup prevents reconfiguration of the computer
(use of the Computer Setup utility) until the password is entered.
1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start Æ Shut Down Æ Restart
the Computer.
2. When the F10 Setup message appears in the lower-right corner of the screen, press the F10
key. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.
If you do not press the F10 key while the message is displayed, you must turn the
computer off, then on again, to access the utility.
3. Select Security, then select Setup Password and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. Before exiting, click File Æ Save Changes and Exit.
2-16 Software Reference
Purpose
Prevents unauthorized access to the internal components. This is a software-
controllable cover lock, controlled by the setup password.
The Smart Cover FailSafe Key, a device for manually disabling the Smart
Cover Lock, is available from Compaq. You'll need the FailSafe Key in
case of forgotten password, power loss, or computer malfunction.
Detects when DIMMs (dual inline memory modules) have been added, moved, or
removed; notifies end-user and system administrator.
For information on enabling Memory Change Alerts, refer to the online
Intelligent Manageability Guide.
Displays ownership information, as defined by the system administrator, during
system startup (protected by setup password).
Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to prevent unwanted configuration
changes or component removal. Can also be used to secure the computer to a fixed
object to prevent theft of the computer.
Install a padlock with the security bracket to inhibit access to the interior
of the computer; add a cable lock to secure the computer to a fixed
object.