HP Pavilion DV4-1282, Pavilion DV4-1430, Pavilion DV5-1002 User Manual
Security
User Guide
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First Edition: June 2008
Document Part Number: 483456-001
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
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Table of contents
1 Protecting the computer
2 Using passwords
Setting passwords in Windows ............................................................................................................. 3
Setting passwords in Setup Utility ........................................................................................................ 3
Administrator password ....................................................................................................... 3
Managing an administrator password ................................................................. 4
Entering an administrator password .................................................................... 4
Power-on password ............................................................................................................. 4
Managing a power-on password ......................................................................... 5
Entering a power-on password ........................................................................... 5
3 Using antivirus software
4 Using firewall software
5 Installing critical security updates
6 Installing an optional security cable
7 Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)
Locating the fingerprint reader ........................................................................................................... 11
Registering fingerprints ...................................................................................................................... 12
Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows ...................................................................... 13
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
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1 Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
Follow the procedures in this guide to use the following features:
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Passwords
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Antivirus software
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Firewall software
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Critical security updates
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Optional security cable
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Fingerprint reader (select models only)
NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks
or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, remove all password and fingerprint settings.
Computer risk Security feature
Unauthorized use of the computer
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QuickLock
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Power-on password
Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software
Unauthorized access to data
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Firewall software
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Windows updates
Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other
system identification information
Administrator password
Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft
Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password
Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)
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