HP Envy 17-n000 - Fingerprint reader and SimplePass configuration; Internet security measures

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 eect when the computer restarts.
Using the ngerprint reader (select models only)
Integrated ngerprint readers are available on select computer models. In order to use the ngerprint reader,
you must set up a user account and password on the computer and then register one or more
ngerprints
using HP SimplePass software.
For the location of the ngerprint reader on your computer, see Getting to know your computer on page 3.
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 ngerprint 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 ngerprint 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 ngerprints
To register one or more ngerprints with HP SimplePass:
1. Swipe a nger on the ngerprint sensor to launch HP SimplePass.
2. When the HP SimplePass welcome screen is revealed, click Get Started.
3. HP SimplePass prompts you to swipe your right index nger over the sensor.
4. Swipe your nger 3 times to nish the registration.
A green circle is revealed on the nger if it is registered successfully.
5. To set up a Windows password, select Set up Windows logon.
Repeat these steps for each additional user.
Using your registered ngerprint to log on to Windows
To log on to Windows using your ngerprint:
1. After you register your ngerprints, restart Windows.
2. Swipe any of your registered ngerprints to log on to Windows.
Using Internet security software
When you use your computer to access email, a network, or the Internet, you potentially expose your
computer to computer viruses, spyware, and other online threats. To help protect your computer, Internet
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