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Updating the BIOS
Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website.
Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed les called SoftPaqs.
Some download packages contain a le named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing
and troubleshooting the le.
Determining the BIOS version
To decide whether you need to update Computer Setup (BIOS), rst determine the BIOS version on your
computer.
BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be accessed by pressing fn+esc (if
you are already in Windows) or by using Computer Setup.
1. Start Computer Setup. See Starting Computer Setup on page 73.
2. Select Main, and then select System Information.
3. To exit Computer Setup without saving your changes, select the Exit icon in the lower-right corner of the
screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
Select Main, select Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press enter.
To check for later BIOS versions, see Downloading a BIOS update on page 75.
Downloading a BIOS update
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and
install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do
not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional
docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these
instructions:
Do not disconnect power on the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
1. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
2. Select Updates, and then select Check for updates and messages.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. At the download area, follow these steps:
a. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on your
computer. Make a note of the date, name, or other identier. You may need this information to
locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive.
b. Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive.
Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded.
You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update.
NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing
any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
Using Computer Setup 75
- User Guide 1
- Safety warning notice 3
- Table of contents 5
- 1 Welcome 11
- Finding information 12
- Component Description 14
- TouchPad 17
- Front 15 25
- 3 Connecting to a network 26
- Using a WLAN 27
- Conguring a wireless router 28
- Protecting your WLAN 28
- Setting up a WLAN 28
- Connecting to a WLAN 29
- Connecting to a wired network 31
- Using pointing devices 33
- Scrolling 35
- 2-nger pinch zoom 35
- 2-nger click 35
- Rotating (select models only) 36
- Flicking (select models only) 36
- Using the keyboard 38
- Using Windows shortcut keys 39
- Identifying the hot keys 39
- Using keypads 40
- Using the keyboard 31 41
- 5 Multimedia 44
- Connecting headphones 45
- Connecting a microphone 45
- Webcam (select models only) 46
- Dual-Mode DisplayPort 48
- 6 Power management 52
- Initiating and exiting Sleep 53
- Using battery power 54
- Using Battery Check 56
- Managing low battery levels 56
- Using external AC power 57
- Testing an AC adapter 58
- 7 External cards and devices 59
- Using smart cards 60
- Using a USB device 61
- Connecting a USB device 62
- Removing a USB device 62
- 8 Drives 64
- Using Disk Defragmenter 65
- Using Disk Cleanup 65
- 9 Security 67
- Setting passwords in Windows 68
- Setting a DriveLock password 71
- Entering a DriveLock password 71
- Changing a DriveLock password 72
- Removing DriveLock protection 72
- Using antivirus software 74
- Using rewall software 74
- 10 Maintenance 77
- Updating programs and drivers 78
- 11 Backup and recovery 79
- Using f11 recovery tools 80
- Using HP Software Setup 82
- Using Computer Setup 83
- Updating the BIOS 85
- 14 Support 90
- Component 91
- (1) Serial number 91
- (2) Product number 91
- (3) Warranty period 91
- 16 Accessibility 93
- A Traveling with the computer 94
- B Troubleshooting 95
- C Electrostatic discharge 98
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