Specifications

Security Features 13-9
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Writer: Beth Zanca Saved by: J Abercrombie Saved date: 06/14/99 9:30 AM
Part Number: 141356-001 File name: Ch13
The new password takes effect the next time you turn on the
computer.
Deleting the Setup Password
Once your setup password has been established, you can delete it
using your computer keyboard. Each computer keyboard is
designed to meet specific country requirements. The syntax for
changing the password varies according to the keyboard
purchased with your computer. To use the character that is
appropriate for your keyboard, refer to the table under “Changing
the Power-On Password.”
To delete your setup password, do the following:
1. Save your work, restart your computer, then press
F10
as soon
as the cursor moves to the top-right corner of the screen.
2. The password prompt is displayed.
3. Enter your current password, followed by the appropriate
syntax for your computer keyboard. For example, if you have
a Belgian keyboard, you will type the following:
current password=
IMPORTANT:
Type carefully. For security reasons, the
characters you type do not appear on the screen.
4. The password is deleted.
Enabling and Disabling Devices
Several devices can be disabled to prevent the unauthorized
transfer of data using these devices:
■
Diskette drive
■
Diskette drive boot ability
■
Serial port
■
Parallel port
■
PC Card slots
To disable or enable a device:
1. Run Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer
(StartÆShut DownÆRestart). When the blinking cursor
appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press
F10.
2. Select SecurityÆDevice Security, enter your preferences, then
press F10. You will need to enter your setup password if it is
set.