HP COMPAQ DX2718 MT - Manual (Page 22)

Service Reference Guide 483941-001 3–3
Desktop Management
3.2.4 World Wide Web Site
When making the transition to new or revised operating systems, it is important to implement the
support software designed for that operating system. If you plan to run a version of Microsoft
Windows that is different from the version included with your computer, you must install
corresponding device drivers and utilities to ensure that all features are supported and
functioning properly.
HP has made the task of locating, accessing, evaluating, and installing the latest support software
easier. You can download the software from
http://www.hp.com/support . The Web site contains
the latest device drivers, utilities, and flashable ROM image needed to run the latest Microsoft
Windows operating system on your HP computer.
3.3 Security
3.3.1 Password Security
The user password prevents unauthorized use of the computer by requiring entry of a password to
access applications or data each time the computer is turned on or restarted. The supervisor
password specifically prevents unauthorized access to Computer Setup, and can also be used as
an override to the user password. That is, when prompted for the user password, entering the
supervisor password instead will allow access to the computer.
A network-wide setup password can be established to enable the system administrator to log in to
all network systems to perform maintenance without having to know the power-on password,
even if one has been established.
3.3.2 Establishing a Supervisor Password Using Computer
Setup
Establishing a supervisor password through Computer Setup prevents reconfiguration of the
computer (use of the Computer Setup (F10) utility) until the password is entered.
1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart.
2. As soon as the computer is turned on, press and hold the F10 key until you enter Computer
Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.
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If you do not press the F10 key at the appropriate time, you must turn the computer off, then on
again, and press the F10 key again to access the utility.
If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, you may see a Keyboard Error message—disregard it.
3. Select Set Supervisor Password and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. Before exiting, click Save and Exit Setup.
3.3.3 Establishing a User Password Using Computer Setup
Establishing a user password through Computer Setup prevents access to the computer when
power is turned on, unless the password is entered. When a user password is set, Computer Setup
presents Password Options under the Security menu. Password options include Password Prompt
on Warm Boot. When Password Prompt on Warm Boot is enabled, the password must also be
entered each time the computer is rebooted.