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Technical Reference Guide
Compaq iPAQ Family of Internet Devices
First Edition - March 2000
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4.8 SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
This section describes functions having to do with security, power management, temperature, and
overall status. These functions are handled by hardware and firmware (BIOS) and generally
configured through the Setup utility.
4.8.1 SECURITY FUNCTIONS
These systems include various features that provide different levels of security. Note that this
subsection describes
only the hardware/firmware functionality
(including that supported by
Setup) and does not describe security features that may be provided by Setup and/or the operating
system and application software.
4.8.1.1 System Passwords
This system supports two passwords; Setup and Power-On, either or both of which may be
enabled through Setup.
NOTE:
The system hardware does not provide a CMOS-clearing feature, therefore
should both the Setup and Power-On password be lost or forgotten then a special utility
and BIOS function is required, allowing the use of a service password based on the unit
serial number and date.
The utility can be invoked only as a network application
through Compaq Customer Support.
Setup Password
The Setup password is enabled and entered through the Setup utility. Once set, any changes
affected through Setup require the Setup password to be entered. Should the Setup password be
forgotten the Setup utility will be un-accessible for changes. Should the Power On password be
enabled but forgotten, the Setup password may be used to access the Setup utility and a new
Power On password be set.
Power On Password
The Power On password is enabled and set through the Setup utility. Once set, the boot sequence
can be completed only when the correct Power On password is entered.