Security Features 13-3
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Writer: Beth Zanca Saved by: JAbercrombie Saved date: 07/13/99 1:33 PM
Part Number: 131511-001 File name: Ch13.doc
Using the Power-On Password
The power-on password is a security feature that prevents use of
the computer when it is turned on until a secret word or code is
entered. This prevents unauthorized access to your information. If
you establish a power-on password, you must enter it each time
you turn on the computer.
IMPORTANT: You cannot use the computer if you forget your
power-on password. Therefore, Compaq recommends that you
record your password and put it in a safe place.
Establishing the Power-On Password
The power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the
computer when it is turned on or resumed from Suspend,
Hibernation, or QuickLock/QuickBlank.
CAUTION: You cannot use the computer if you forget your power-on
password. Therefore Compaq recommends that you record your
password and put it in a safe place.
1. Select StartÅSettingsÅControl PanelÅ
PasswordsÅSecurity tab.
2. Click the Set button.
3. Enter your new password twice, then click OK.
IMPORTANT: Type carefully, because the password is not
displayed as you type. The password is not case sensitive.
However, you must use the same keys each time you enter the
password. For example, the numbers at the top of the
keyboard are not recognized as being the same as the
numbers in the embedded numeric keypad.
4. You may enter up to eight alphanumeric characters for the
password. The next time you restart the computer or resume
from Hibernation, Suspend, or QuickLock/QuickBlank, you
will be prompted to enter your power-on password.
Entering a Power-On Password
1. Turn on or restart the computer.
2. At the password prompt, type your power-on password.
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