Compaq Armada e500 - Notebook PC Quick Reference Guide

13-10 Security Features
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
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Changing the Setup Password
Once your setup password has been established, you can change it
using your computer keyboard only after restarting the computer.
CAUTION: You cannot change the computer configuration if you
forget your setup password. Record the password and put it in a safe
place.
Each computer keyboard is designed to meet specific country
requirements. The syntax for changing the password varies
according to the keyboard purchased with your computer. To use
the character that is appropriate for your keyboard, refer to the
table under “Changing the Power-On Password.”
To change your setup password, do the following:
1. Save your work, restart your computer, then press F10 as soon
as the cursor moves to the top-right corner of the screen.
2. The password prompt is displayed.
3. Enter your current password, then enter the new password
twice, typing the appropriate syntax for your computer
keyboard between the passwords. For example, if you have a
Belgian keyboard, you will type the following:
current password=new password=new password
IMPORTANT: Type carefully. For security reasons, the
characters you type do not appear on the screen.
The new password takes effect the next time you turn on the
computer.
Deleting the Setup Password
Once your setup password has been established, you can delete it
using your computer keyboard. Each computer keyboard is
designed to meet specific country requirements. The syntax for
changing the password varies according to the keyboard purchased
with your computer. To use the character that is appropriate for
your keyboard, refer to the table under “Changing the Power-On
Password.”
To delete your setup password, do the following:
1. Save your work, restart your computer, then press F10 as soon
as the cursor moves to the top-right corner of the screen.
2. The password prompt is displayed.

Compaq Armada e500 - Notebook PC Specifications

General

Brand	Compaq
Model	Armada e500 - Notebook PC
Category	Laptop
Language	English