HP OmniBook 5500 Notebook PC - Manual (Page 44)

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4. Protecting Your OmniBook
• Attaching a Security Cable.
• Setting Up Password Protection.
• Protecting Your Data.
Your OmniBook provides several ways for you to identify and protect your computer.
Attaching a Security Cable
Your OmniBook has three built-in connectors that allow you to secure the OmniBook
with a cable—two on the back of the computer and one on the right side. The
Kensington lock systems work with these connectors and are available at many
computer stores.
To attach a security cable
1. Wrap the cable around a stationary object, such as a table leg.
2. Loop the cable to create a slip knot around the stationary object—make sure it
can’t slip off.
3. Insert the lock into one of the OmniBook security connectors and release the
key. Store the key in a safe place away from the OmniBook.
Setting Up Password Protection
You can protect your OmniBook against unauthorized use by activating password
security. You can create a user password for normal protection against unauthorized
use. You can also create an administrator password for a system administrator or as