HP ProtectTools

This is a security application for managing HP business desktop and laptop devices, which adds a protective layer comprising a suite of modules.

HP ProtectTools Security Manager provides an interface where other security providers can be plugged in, enabling them to manage security features offered by HP.

HP ProtectTools combines login authentication, drive encryption and device control for HP business PCs in one console.

Features:

• Multi-factor authentication
• Full volume encryption
• Single sign-on options
• Secure file deletion
• Encrypted email
• Computrace and LoJack Pro software
• Credential Manager for saved passwords

HP ProtectTools provides HP business computer owners with a software package to help them manage the security of their desktops and laptops, while administrators can control the settings from a central point.

The modular design of HP ProtectTools allows you to install only the modules you need, covering the protection of your data, devices and communications. This comes in very handy for times when users forget their account credentials or the computer is the subject of a theft.

With HP ProtectTools, you get multiple levels of pre-boot security and multi-factor authentication with passwords, fingerprints, smart cards, contactless cards, Bluetooth devices and PINs, full volume encryption, secure file deletion and limited access to peripherals, single-sign-on options, encrypted email as well as the Computrace and LoJack Pro software that works with local law enforcement to help recover lost or stolen notebooks.

This particular piece of software also delivers a setup wizard that you can use in order to set it up quickly. Moreover, the Administrative Console lets administrators configure security features, manage users and set up the Device Access Manager in one place.

The HP SpareKey can prove to be just the thing you need whenever you have trouble remembering your password by adding another layer of credential recovery to the BIOS. In this case, you may not have to resort to the IT administrator. Furthermore, your emails and chats can be encrypted by the Privacy Manager for further protection. The Administrative Console is powered by DigitalPersona technology.

HP ProtectTools is no longer developed: HP replaced it with HP Client Security on newer business PCs, and ProtectTools Security Manager is not supported on Windows 10. It remains useful for older HP business notebooks and desktops that shipped with it.