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Locking the Smart Cover Lock
To activate and lock the Smart Cover Lock, complete the following steps:
1. Turn on or restart the workstation. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart.
2.
As soon as the workstation is turned on, press F10 when the monitor light turns green to enter
Computer Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.
NOTE: If you do not press F10 at the appropriate time, you must restart the workstation and again
press F10 when the monitor light turns green to access the utility.
3. Select Security > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Lock option.
4. Before exiting, click File > Save Changes and Exit.
Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock
1. Turn on or restart the workstation. If you are in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart.
2.
As soon as the workstation is turned on, press F10 when the monitor light turns green to enter
Computer Setup. Press Enter to bypass the title screen, if necessary.
NOTE: If you do not press F10 at the appropriate time, you must restart the workstation and again
press F10 when the monitor light turns green to access the utility.
3. Select Security > Smart Cover > Cover Lock > Unlock.
4. Before exiting, click File > Save Changes and Exit.
Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key
If you enable the Smart Cover Lock and cannot enter the password to disable the lock, you will need a
Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open the workstation cover. You will need the key in any of the following
circumstances:
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Power outage
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Startup failure
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Workstation component failure (such as processor or power supply)
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Forgotten password
CAUTION: The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from HP. Be prepared; order
this key before you need oneat an authorized reseller.
To obtain the FailSafe Key, call the appropriate number listed in the warranty.
For more information about using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key, consult the Hardware Reference Guide
on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD.
Cable Lock provision
The rear panel of the workstation accommodates a cable lock so that the workstation can be physically
secured to a work area.
For illustrated instructions, please see the Hardware Reference Guide on the Documentation and
Diagnostics CD.
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