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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...3 Determining the BIOS version 3 Downloading a BIOS update 4 Updating programs and drivers ...6 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...7 Index ...8 iii
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...3 Determining the BIOS version 3 Downloading a BIOS update 4 Updating programs and drivers ...6 Using SoftPaq Download Manager ...7 Index ...8 iii
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Some BIOS updates may be packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Select your Internet browser, and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. To update the software using a Support Software disc, follow these steps: 1. Insert the Support Software disc into the ...Help and Support > Update Software & Drivers and following the on-screen instructions. This disc includes device drivers, BIOS updates, and utilities. Follow the on -screen instructions. 1 The HP Update utility automatically checks for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer are provided in English only.)...
Some BIOS updates may be packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Select your Internet browser, and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. To update the software using a Support Software disc, follow these steps: 1. Insert the Support Software disc into the ...Help and Support > Update Software & Drivers and following the on-screen instructions. This disc includes device drivers, BIOS updates, and utilities. Follow the on -screen instructions. 1 The HP Update utility automatically checks for software and driver downloads, and then type your computer are provided in English only.)...
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... the on the computer. For details, refer to http://www.hp.com/support. 3. If your computer model number in the product box. 5. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. 2 Updating software NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing...
... the on the computer. For details, refer to http://www.hp.com/support. 3. If your computer model number in the product box. 5. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. 2 Updating software NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing...
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... > System Information. 4. Click Exit in Windows®) or by pressing fn+esc (if you currently have, and then download and install the new BIOS. or - To use Computer Setup for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen, and follow these steps: 1. Updating the... BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select ...
... > System Information. 4. Click Exit in Windows®) or by pressing fn+esc (if you currently have, and then download and install the new BIOS. or - To use Computer Setup for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen, and follow these steps: 1. Updating the... BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you are already in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select ...
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... procedures vary. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is newer than the BIOS version currently installed on your selection to the hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your operating system. 5. Click your country or... CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is recommended that you check the HP Web site periodically for BIOS updates. 1. It is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If no ...
... procedures vary. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is newer than the BIOS version currently installed on your selection to the hard drive. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your operating system. 5. Click your country or... CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is recommended that you check the HP Web site periodically for BIOS updates. 1. It is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. If no ...
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Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen reports a successful installation, you may delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. NOTE: After a message on the screen. Updating the BIOS 5
Complete the installation by following the instructions on the screen reports a successful installation, you may delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. NOTE: After a message on the screen. Updating the BIOS 5
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Index B BIOS update downloading 4 installing 4 C computer information 3 S SoftPaq 1 SoftPaqs, downloading 6, 7 software BIOS update 4 HP Web site 1 SoftPaq 1 updates 1 updating programs and drivers 6 U updates, software 1 8 Index
Index B BIOS update downloading 4 installing 4 C computer information 3 S SoftPaq 1 SoftPaqs, downloading 6, 7 software BIOS update 4 HP Web site 1 SoftPaq 1 updates 1 updating programs and drivers 6 U updates, software 1 8 Index
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... ...48 Exporting Privacy Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 48 Importing Privacy Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 48 5 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools Setup procedures ...50 Opening File Sanitizer ...50 Setting a shred schedule 50 Setting a free space bleaching schedule 51 Selecting...bleaching 57 Aborting a shred or free space bleaching operation 57 Viewing the log files ...58 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools General tasks ...60 Accessing BIOS Configuration 60 Viewing or changing settings 61 Viewing system information ...61 Advanced tasks ...62 Setting security...
... ...48 Exporting Privacy Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 48 Importing Privacy Manager Certificates and Trusted Contacts 48 5 File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools Setup procedures ...50 Opening File Sanitizer ...50 Setting a shred schedule 50 Setting a free space bleaching schedule 51 Selecting...bleaching 57 Aborting a shred or free space bleaching operation 57 Viewing the log files ...58 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools General tasks ...60 Accessing BIOS Configuration 60 Viewing or changing settings 61 Viewing system information ...61 Advanced tasks ...62 Setting security...
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... is provided by the following software modules: ● Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools ● Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Device Access Manager for...
... is provided by the following software modules: ● Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools ● Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools ● Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) ● Device Access Manager for...
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File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration provides access to power-on your computer and periodically bleach the hard drive. BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools ● File Sanitizer allows you to securely shred digital assets (sensitive information ...including application files, historical or Web-related content, or other confidential data) on user and administrator password management. ● BIOS Configuration provides...
File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration provides access to power-on your computer and periodically bleach the hard drive. BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools ● File Sanitizer allows you to securely shred digital assets (sensitive information ...including application files, historical or Web-related content, or other confidential data) on user and administrator password management. ● BIOS Configuration provides...
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...are set and used passwords, the software module where the password is to Windows. ● It can enable Java Card BIOS security mode. ● User-Uses the security features. Additional security elements Assigning security roles In managing computer security (particularly... Credential Manager recovery file. All other passwords may all be customized by regular users or administrators. When used in this HP ProtectTools Function module Credential Manager logon password Credential Manager Credential Manager recovery file Credential Manager, by IT password administrator Basic User...
...are set and used passwords, the software module where the password is to Windows. ● It can enable Java Card BIOS security mode. ● User-Uses the security features. Additional security elements Assigning security roles In managing computer security (particularly... Credential Manager recovery file. All other passwords may all be customized by regular users or administrators. When used in this HP ProtectTools Function module Credential Manager logon password Credential Manager Credential Manager recovery file Credential Manager, by IT password administrator Basic User...
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...all owner functions of Embedded Security. When used for the embedded security chip. Additional security elements 9 Power-on password BIOS Configuration Protects access to the computer contents when the computer is turned on authentication, the Java Card PIN also protects...utility and to the computer contents. HP ProtectTools password Set in this HP ProtectTools Function module Emergency Recovery Token password Embedded Security, by IT administrator NOTE: Also known as BIOS administrator, f10 Setup, or Security Setup password BIOS Configuration, by IT administrator Protects ...
...all owner functions of Embedded Security. When used for the embedded security chip. Additional security elements 9 Power-on password BIOS Configuration Protects access to the computer contents when the computer is turned on authentication, the Java Card PIN also protects...utility and to the computer contents. HP ProtectTools password Set in this HP ProtectTools Function module Emergency Recovery Token password Embedded Security, by IT administrator NOTE: Also known as BIOS administrator, f10 Setup, or Security Setup password BIOS Configuration, by IT administrator Protects ...
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...to the Computer Setup utility security and configuration settings. NOTE: Many of the features in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools provides access to system security features that are also available in Computer Setup. 59 With BIOS Configuration, you can accomplish the following objectives: ● Manage administrator passwords. ● ...such as CD-ROM boot or hardware ports. ● Configure boot options, which includes enabling MultiBoot and changing the boot order. 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools are managed by Computer Setup.
...to the Computer Setup utility security and configuration settings. NOTE: Many of the features in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools provides access to system security features that are also available in Computer Setup. 59 With BIOS Configuration, you can accomplish the following objectives: ● Manage administrator passwords. ● ...such as CD-ROM boot or hardware ports. ● Configure boot options, which includes enabling MultiBoot and changing the boot order. 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools are managed by Computer Setup.
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.... Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. General tasks BIOS Configuration allows you may need to enter Computer Setup. Accessing BIOS Configuration To access BIOS Configuration: 1. NOTE: To display the HP ProtectTools Security Manager icon, you to manage various computer settings that would otherwise be accessible only by pressing f10 at the...
.... Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. General tasks BIOS Configuration allows you may need to enter Computer Setup. Accessing BIOS Configuration To access BIOS Configuration: 1. NOTE: To display the HP ProtectTools Security Manager icon, you to manage various computer settings that would otherwise be accessible only by pressing f10 at the...
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None of the BIOS Configuration pages: ● File ● Security ● System Configuration 2. Viewing system information 61 Viewing or changing settings To view or change configuration settings: 1. Your changes ... then click OK to restart the computer. keyboard controller version; or - Make your changes and leave the window open. - To view system information: ▲ Access BIOS Configuration, and click File. NOTE: Password changes take effect immediately with no need to save your changes, and then click Apply to view the following...
None of the BIOS Configuration pages: ● File ● Security ● System Configuration 2. Viewing system information 61 Viewing or changing settings To view or change configuration settings: 1. Your changes ... then click OK to restart the computer. keyboard controller version; or - Make your changes and leave the window open. - To view system information: ▲ Access BIOS Configuration, and click File. NOTE: Password changes take effect immediately with no need to save your changes, and then click Apply to view the following...
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... from OS OS Management of the options listed in the table below. 3. Enable or disable. Select available or hidden. 62 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Change the settings as needed. 4. Access BIOS Configuration, and click Security. 2. or - Enter, view or change . Click OK to apply the new settings and leave the window...
... from OS OS Management of the options listed in the table below. 3. Enable or disable. Select available or hidden. 62 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Change the settings as needed. 4. Access BIOS Configuration, and click Security. 2. or - Enter, view or change . Click OK to apply the new settings and leave the window...
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...below: ● Port options ● Boot options ● Device configuration options ● Built-in which system devices boot. 64 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Port options Option Flash Media Reader USB Ports 1394 port Express Card slot Action Enable or disable. Enable or disable. or - Click ...OK in seconds. Enable or disable. Enable or disable. Set the Express Boot Popup Delay, in the HP ProtectTools Security Manager window to apply the new settings to the system and leave the window open. - Enable or disable. To set system ...
...below: ● Port options ● Boot options ● Device configuration options ● Built-in which system devices boot. 64 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Port options Option Flash Media Reader USB Ports 1394 port Express Card slot Action Enable or disable. Enable or disable. or - Click ...OK in seconds. Enable or disable. Enable or disable. Set the Express Boot Popup Delay, in the HP ProtectTools Security Manager window to apply the new settings to the system and leave the window open. - Enable or disable. To set system ...
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... Charge Security Level Change, view, or hide. Optical Disk Drive Security Level Change, view, or hide. 66 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Security Level options NOTE: These settings control the access level of HP ProtectTools users. Internal Network Adapter Boot Security Level Change, view, or hide. USB Ports Security Level Change, view...
... Charge Security Level Change, view, or hide. Optical Disk Drive Security Level Change, view, or hide. 66 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Security Level options NOTE: These settings control the access level of HP ProtectTools users. Internal Network Adapter Boot Security Level Change, view, or hide. USB Ports Security Level Change, view...
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... can use the embedded chip as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for HP ProtectTools (select models only) For example, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools. On select models, the TPM embedded security chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. 68 Chapter 7 Embedded Security for protected digital certificate operations when...
... can use the embedded chip as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for HP ProtectTools (select models only) For example, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools. On select models, the TPM embedded security chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. 68 Chapter 7 Embedded Security for protected digital certificate operations when...
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Failure to initialize the embedded security chip could result in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. This procedure cannot be enabled in the New password and Verify new password boxes, and then press f10. 4. If you have not set an ...
Failure to initialize the embedded security chip could result in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. This procedure cannot be enabled in the New password and Verify new password boxes, and then press f10. 4. If you have not set an ...