HP Pro 3120 Small Form Factor-PC - Manual (Page 27)

Managing HP ProtectTools passwords
Most of the HP ProtectTools Security Manager features are secured by passwords. The following table
lists the commonly used passwords, the software module where the password is set, and the password
function.
The passwords that are set and used by administrators only are indicated in this table as well. All other
passwords may be set by regular users.
HP ProtectTools password Set in this HP ProtectTools
module Function
Password Manager logon
password Password Manager This password offers 2 options:
● It can be used in a separate logon to
access Password Manager after
logging on to Windows.
● It can be used in place of the Windows
logon process, allowing access to
Windows and Password Manager
simultaneously.
Computer Setup password
NOTE: Also known as BIOS
administrator, F10 Setup, or
Security Setup password
BIOS, by administrator Protects access to the Computer Setup
utility.
Power-on password BIOS Protects access to the computer contents
when the computer is turned on, restarted,
or restored from hibernation.
Windows Logon password Windows Control Panel Can be used for manual logon.
Creating a secure password
When creating passwords, you must first follow any specifications that are set by the program. In
general, however, consider the following guidelines to help you create strong passwords and reduce
the chances of your password being compromised:
● Use passwords with more than 6 characters, preferably more than 8.
● Mix the case of letters throughout your password.
● Whenever possible, mix alphanumeric characters and include special characters and punctuation
marks.
● Substitute special characters or numbers for letters in a key word. For example, you can use the
number 1 for letters I or L.
● Combine words from 2 or more languages.
● Split a word or phrase with numbers or special characters in the middle, for example,
“Mary2-2Cat45.”
● Do not use a password that would appear in a dictionary.
● Do not use your name for the password, or any other personal information, such as birth date, pet
names, or mother's maiden name, even if you spell it backwards.
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