HP Pavilion Dv3 2200 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
Follow the procedures in this guide to use the following features:
●Passwords
●Antivirus software
●Firewall software
●Critical security updates
●Optional security cable
●Fingerprint reader (select models only)
NOTE:Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks
or...

Using passwords
A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure your computer information. Several types
of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords
can be set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer.
CAUTION:To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because
most passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each
password...

Setting passwords in Setup Utility
PasswordFunction
Administrator password*●Protects access to Setup Utility.
●After this password is set, it must be entered each time
you access Setup Utility.
CAUTION:If you forget your administrator password, you
cannot access Setup Utility.
Power-on password*●Protects access to the computer contents.
●After this password is set, it must be entered each time
you turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation.
CAUTION:If you forget your power-on password, you...

Managing an administrator password
To set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
– or –
Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the
Startup Menu is displayed, press...

Managing a power-on password
To set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
– or –
Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the
Startup Menu is displayed, press f10....

Using antivirus software
When you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you expose it to computer
viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause them to
function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases, repair any damage they
have caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must
be kept up to date.
Norton Internet Security, an antivirus...

Using firewall software
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able
to gain access to the computer, your personal files, and information about you. Use the firewall software
preinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy.
Firewall features include logging and reporting of network activity, and automatic monitoring of all
incoming and outgoing traffic. Refer to the firewall user guide or contact your firewall manufacturer for
more information....

Installing critical security updates
CAUTION:Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security
breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an
alert.
Updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer
was shipped. To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer, observe these
guidelines:
●Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your...

Installing an optional security cable
NOTE:A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
1.Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2.Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).
3.Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lock
with the key.
Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)
NOTE:The location of the fingerprint reader varies by computer model.
Installing...

Locating the fingerprint reader
The fingerprint reader is a small metallic sensor that is located in one of the following areas of your
computer:
●Near the bottom of the TouchPad
●On the right side of the keyboard
●On the upper-right side of the display
●On the left side of the display
Depending on your computer model, the fingerprint reader may be oriented horizontally or vertically.
Both orientations require that you swipe your finger perpendicular to the metallic sensor.
Registering fingerprints
A...