Step 6: make a recovery file – HP OmniBook 7100 Notebook PC User Manual

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Step 6: Make a recovery file

Note

HP strongly recommends you make a new encrypted recovery file of your
smart card data now and also whenever you change a smart card password.
This recovery file will allow you to recreate your smart card (and, more
importantly, access your computer) if the card is lost, stolen, or damaged.
You can keep old recovery files in case you need to create an old card.

Even if you created a recovery file earlier, you should make another one
now to ensure it includes all the latest information entered up to this point.

To make a recovery file of your smart card:

1. Click Start, Programs, HP Security System, Smart Card Security

Manager to run the Smart Card Security Manager.

2. Click the

Smart Card

tab.

3. Insert a formatted floppy disk in the floppy drive.

4. In the

Recovery

section, click

Create

and follow the instructions.

The recovery file is encrypted and saved on the floppy disk.

5. Store the floppy disk in a safe place.

Note

Memorize the recovery file password! You will not be able recreate your
smart card from the recovery file if you forget the password. You may wish
to make a note of the password on a piece of paper and keep it in a safe
place, such as a safety deposit box.

Do not save the recovery file on your OmniBook’s hard disk because you
will not be able to access the file without your smart card. Furthermore, the
recovery file may be accessible to others, which can pose a security risk.

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