Setting Preferences In Computer Setup; Using Passwords; Remembering Passwords - HP Compaq NC6110 Software Manual

Security

Setting Preferences in Computer Setup

Most security preferences are set in Computer Setup. Because
Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility, it does not support the
pointing devices on your notebook. When using Computer Setup,
make selections and navigate with the keys on your notebook
keyboard instead of a pointing device.
Refer in this guide to the "Computer Setup" chapter for details.
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An external keyboard connected by USB can be used with
Computer Setup only if USB legacy support is enabled. For more
information about USB, refer on this CD to the Hardware Guide,
"External Devices" chapter.

Using Passwords

Remembering Passwords

Most security features use passwords. Whenever you set a
password, write down the password and store it in a secure
location away from the notebook.
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If you forget your power-on or HP administrator password,
you cannot start up the notebook or resume from Hibernation
until an authorized service provider resets the notebook. To
contact an authorized service provider, refer to the Worldwide
Telephone Numbers booklet included with the notebook.
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If you forget the DriveLock user password but know your
DriveLock master password, you can remove DriveLock
protection from the drive. For instructions, see
"Understanding DriveLock" in this chapter.
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If you forget both your user and master DriveLock
passwords, the hard drive is permanently unusable.
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