HP Pavilion Dv7 6c00 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

6.Insert a new memory module:
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges
only. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
a.Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot.
b.With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory module
compartment, press the module into the memory module slot (2) until it is seated.
c.Gently press the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both the left and...

11 Security
Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows® operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility (BIOS) can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
NOTE:Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks
or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
NOTE:Before you send your computer for service, back up and delete confidential files, and
remove all password settings.
NOTE:Some...

NOTE:To reduce the risk of being locked out of the computer, record each password and store it in
a secure place.
You can use the same password for a Setup Utility (BIOS) feature and for a Windows security
feature. You can also use the same password for more than one Setup Utility (BIOS) feature.
For additional information about Windows passwords, such as screen-saver passwords, select Start
> Help and Support.
Setting passwords in Windows
Password Function
Administrator password Protects...

Password Function
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
cannot turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation.
NOTE:The administrator password can be used in place of
the power-on password.
NOTE:A power-on password is not displayed as it is set,
entered, changed, or deleted.
*For details about each of these...

Managing a power-on password
To set, change, or delete this password, follow these steps:
1.Open Setup Utility (BIOS) 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.
2.Use the arrow keys to select Security > Power-On Password, and then press enter.
●To set a power-on password, type your password in the Enter New Password and
Confirm New Password...

There are two types of firewalls to consider:
●Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on.
●Network-based firewalls—Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network
to protect all the computers on the network.
When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and
compared with a set of user-defined security criteria. Any data that does not meet those criteria is
blocked.
Your computer or networking equipment...

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.
NOTE:The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in
this section. Refer to 
Getting to know your computer on page 4 for the location of the security cable
slot on your computer.
1.Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2.Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).
3.Insert the cable lock...

12 Backup and recovery
Your computer includes tools provided by the operating system and HP to help you safeguard your
information and restore it if ever needed.
This chapter provides information on the following topics:
●Creating a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive (HP Recovery Manager software
feature)
●Performing a system restore (from the partition, recovery discs, or a recovery flash drive)
●Backing up your information
●Recovering a program or driver
78 Chapter 12   Backup and recovery 

Restoring the system
If the computer hard drive fails, you must use a set of recovery discs or a recovery flash drive to
restore your system to its factory image. Ideally, you have already used HP Recovery Manager to
create these tools immediately after software setup.
For issues other than hard drive failure, you can restore your system by using the HP Recovery
partition (select models only), rather than by using recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. To check
for the presence of a recovery...

Performing a system recovery
HP Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the computer to its original factory
state. HP Recovery Manager works from recovery discs, a recovery flash drive, or from a dedicated
recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive.
NOTE:A system restore must be performed if the computer hard drive fails or if all attempts to
correct any functional computer issues fail. A system restore should be used as a final attempt to
correct computer issues.
Note...