Laptop User Manual

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Security
In this section:
•
Using the Security Slot
•
Power-On Password
If you have already specified a
power-on password, your
Notebook will prompt you for
the password.
Tip
Using the Security Slot
To use the security slot found on
the back of your Notebook,
complete the following steps:
1. Insert a locking device (such as
a Kensington lock) into the
security slot.
2. Turn the locking device clockwise 90 degrees.
To remove the locking device, turn the locking device
counter-clockwise 90 degrees and remove the device
from the slot.
Power-On Password
You can set a power-on password that
will secure the information you store
on the hard disk. When turning on your
Notebook, this password must be entered
before you can access your files.
Setting the Password
To set the power-on password, complete the following steps:
1. Press the Power button to turn on your Notebook.
2. When the Compaq logo displays, press the
F10
key to access
Setup.
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Caution:
F10 Setup is for experienced users only. Changing
settings may affect the functionality of your Notebook.
3. Using your arrow keys, select the
Main
option from
the menu bar and press the
Enter
key.
4. Select
System Password
and press the
Enter
key.