HP HP ProtectTools Security Software, Version 6.0 (User Guide) - Manual (Page 11)

1 Introduction to security
HP ProtectTools security software provides security features that help protect against unauthorized
access to the computer, networks, and critical data. Enhanced security functionality is provided by
several HP ProtectTools software modules.
HP ProtectTools provides two versions that can be utilized: HP ProtectTools Security Manager
Administrative Console and HP ProtectTools Security Manager (for general users). Both
Administrator and user versions are available in the Start > All Programs > HP menu.
Function Features
HP ProtectTools Security Manager Administrative
Console ● Requires Microsoft Windows system administrator rights to
access
● Access to modules to be configured by an administrator and
not available to the general user
● Allows initial security setup and configures options or
requirements for all users
HP ProtectTools Security Manager (for general users) ● Allows users to configure options provided by an administrator
● Can restrict access and only allow a user limited controls of
some HP ProtectTools modules
NOTE: Password Manager, Smart Card Security, Face Recognition (some models) and Drive
Encryption are configured using the Security Manager setup wizard. HP Professional Desktop
systems do not currently support fingerprint devices.
HP ProtectTools software modules may be preinstalled, preloaded, or available as a configurable
option or as an after market option. Visit
http://www.hp.com for more information.
NOTE: The instructions in this guide are written with the assumption that you have already installed
the applicable HP ProtectTools software modules.
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