HP Compaq tc1100 User Manual

Security
Hardware and Software Guide 14–11
Setting Power-On Passwords
A power-on password is set, changed, or deleted in Computer
Setup.
To manage the password:
1. Shut down the tablet PC. If you are not sure whether the
tablet PC is off or in hibernation, turn the tablet PC on by
sliding the power button, and then shut down the tablet PC
through the operating system.
2. Be sure that the hard drive is inserted into the tablet PC
(not
into an optional docking device or external MultiBay).
3. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the
tablet
PC. Press f10 while the F10 = ROM Based Setup
message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
❏ To change the language, press f2.
❏ For navigation instructions, press f1.
4. Use the arrow keys to select Security > Power-On
password, and then press
enter.
❏ To set a power-on password, type the password in the
New
password and Verify new password fields, and then
press
f10.
❏ To change a power-on password, type the current
password in the Old password field, type the new
password in the New password and Verify new
password fields, and then press
f10.
❏ To delete a power-on password, type the current password
in the Old password field, and then press
f10.
5. To save your preferences, use the arrow keys to select
File
> Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions
on the screen.
Your preferences are set when you exit Computer Setup and take
effect when the tablet PC restarts.

HP Compaq tc1100 Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	Compaq tc1100
Category	Laptop
Language	English