Compaq Deskpro AP240, Reference Manual

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Password Security
This workstation supports two security password features—a
setup password and a power-on password. The power-on
password prevents unauthorized use of the workstation by
requiring entry of a password to access applications or data each
time the workstation is turned on or restarted. The setup
password specifically prevents unauthorized access to Computer
Setup, and can also be used as an override to the power-on
password. That is, when prompted for the power-on password,
entering the setup password instead will allow access to the
workstation.
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.
Establishing a Setup Password Using Computer Setup
Establishing a setup password through Computer Setup prevents
reconfiguration of the workstation (use of the Computer Setup
utility) until the password is entered.
1. Turn on or restart the workstation. If you are in Windows,
click Start
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Shut Down
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Restart the Computer.
2. When the F10 Setup message appears in the lower-right
corner of the screen, press the F10 key. Press Enter to
bypass the title screen, if necessary.
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If you do not press the F10 key while the message is displayed,
you must turn the workstation off, then on again, to access the
utility.
3. Select Security, then select Setup Password and follow the
instructions on the screen.
4. Before exiting, click File
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Save Changes and Exit.