Compaq 1400 - Manual (Page 37)

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1400 S ERIES
Security
In this section:
• Using the Security Slot
• Power-On Password
Pressing the F9 key at
any point within the setup
returns your Notebook to the
default settings.
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. After the Compaq logo is displayed, a cursor is shown in
the upper right corner of the screen for a few seconds.
While the cursor is visible, press the F10 key.