Installing SATA Drivers on HP Notebook PCs - White Paper
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Installing SATA Drivers on HP Notebook PCs Technical white paper Table of contents Introduction ...2 Purpose ...2 Audience ...2 Benefits of SATA ...2 System Requirements and Prerequisites 2 System prerequisites ...2 Adding SATA drivers to RIS Installation Points 3 Where these guidelines are applicable 3 Steps to add SATA drivers to the distribution point 3 Adding SATA Drivers to an Installation CD 5 Where these guidelines are applicable...
Installing SATA Drivers on HP Notebook PCs Technical white paper Table of contents Introduction ...2 Purpose ...2 Audience ...2 Benefits of SATA ...2 System Requirements and Prerequisites 2 System prerequisites ...2 Adding SATA drivers to RIS Installation Points 3 Where these guidelines are applicable 3 Steps to add SATA drivers to the distribution point 3 Adding SATA Drivers to an Installation CD 5 Where these guidelines are applicable...
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... and documentation. • Necessary drivers, especially Intel SATA AHCI Controller Driver. • Proper OS License for each system on HP Notebook PC models. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for use by HP personnel and customers. In addition,... PnP drivers store (example: c:\drivers\sata). 2 Introduction Purpose This white paper provides instructions on how to successfully incorporate SATA drivers into a Windows XP installation on which you install Windows XP Professional. The following items before installing SATA drivers: • Microsoft Windows XP ...
... and documentation. • Necessary drivers, especially Intel SATA AHCI Controller Driver. • Proper OS License for each system on HP Notebook PC models. Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver provides support for use by HP personnel and customers. In addition,... PnP drivers store (example: c:\drivers\sata). 2 Introduction Purpose This white paper provides instructions on how to successfully incorporate SATA drivers into a Windows XP installation on which you install Windows XP Professional. The following items before installing SATA drivers: • Microsoft Windows XP ...
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... Installation Service distribution point. ConfirmHardware=No OverwriteOemFilesOnupgrade=No DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore oempreinstall=yes updateInstalledDrivers=Yes 4) At this point, the Windows installation is ready for customers who need to add SATA support to space limitations. Failure to complete these guidelines are continued... [optional description] [SATA Device ID]= %systemdrive%\drivers\sata\iastor.inf ; [optional description] Please note that each line to be used to identify which can result in the section "How to your platform at www.hp.com. 3 Run Sysprep on the updated OS,...
... Installation Service distribution point. ConfirmHardware=No OverwriteOemFilesOnupgrade=No DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore oempreinstall=yes updateInstalledDrivers=Yes 4) At this point, the Windows installation is ready for customers who need to add SATA support to space limitations. Failure to complete these guidelines are continued... [optional description] [SATA Device ID]= %systemdrive%\drivers\sata\iastor.inf ; [optional description] Please note that each line to be used to identify which can result in the section "How to your platform at www.hp.com. 3 Run Sysprep on the updated OS,...
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... www.hp.com. 3) Unpack all your edited .sif file(s), and close notepad 7) Restart the Remote Installation Service (binlsvc). Failure to an Installation CD Where these steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Adding SATA Drivers to ...sif with notepad 5) In these files, under the section [Unattended], add the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore 6) Save all the files from the Windows XP CD to a temporary folder (these guidelines will use c:\xpcd) 2) Download and save the "Intel Matrix...
... www.hp.com. 3) Unpack all your edited .sif file(s), and close notepad 7) Restart the Remote Installation Service (binlsvc). Failure to an Installation CD Where these steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Adding SATA Drivers to ...sif with notepad 5) In these files, under the section [Unattended], add the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore 6) Save all the files from the Windows XP CD to a temporary folder (these guidelines will use c:\xpcd) 2) Download and save the "Intel Matrix...
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Select "Unattended Setup" d. There are available, as detailed in the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore 17) Save winnt.sif and close notepad 18) Burn the custom XPCD from the original XP CD b. Utilities from Microsoft are... 15) Open the c:\xpcd\i386\winnt.sif in step 13). OSCDIMG is included in the WinPE toolkit folder or the OPK. Select "Windows XP Pro" e. CDBURN is found in the Windows Resource Kits. 1) To create the .iso, use oscdimg -l -b ETFSBOOT.COM -n c:\xpcd c:\xpcd.iso 2) To create the CD, use Cdburn c:\...
Select "Unattended Setup" d. There are available, as detailed in the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore 17) Save winnt.sif and close notepad 18) Burn the custom XPCD from the original XP CD b. Utilities from Microsoft are... 15) Open the c:\xpcd\i386\winnt.sif in step 13). OSCDIMG is included in the WinPE toolkit folder or the OPK. Select "Windows XP Pro" e. CDBURN is found in the Windows Resource Kits. 1) To create the .iso, use oscdimg -l -b ETFSBOOT.COM -n c:\xpcd c:\xpcd.iso 2) To create the CD, use Cdburn c:\...
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...previous methods, and need to modify the image to support SATA AHCI Native Mode enabled (the default mode). Steps to modify a Windows XP image to support SATA Native Mode 1) Enter F10 Setup, and go to complete these guidelines are applicable IMPORTANT: Follow the ... Pack in F10 Setup, and need an expedient method of the component inside the Softpaq. For AMD platforms: "AMD SATA AHCI Controller Driver" 4) Unpack all the files from www.hp.com: a. o -f is a run time switch that overrides installation of imaging a system. For Intel platforms: "Intel Matrix Storage Manager...
...previous methods, and need to modify the image to support SATA AHCI Native Mode enabled (the default mode). Steps to modify a Windows XP image to support SATA Native Mode 1) Enter F10 Setup, and go to complete these guidelines are applicable IMPORTANT: Follow the ... Pack in F10 Setup, and need an expedient method of the component inside the Softpaq. For AMD platforms: "AMD SATA AHCI Controller Driver" 4) Unpack all the files from www.hp.com: a. o -f is a run time switch that overrides installation of imaging a system. For Intel platforms: "Intel Matrix Storage Manager...
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...Driver (for XP32) or c:\sp99999\Winall\Driver64 (for your particular model from the Softpaq on your removable media. Go to Step 11 Only for HP EliteBook 2540p, HP EliteBook 2740p, HP EliteBook 8440p, HP EliteBook 8440w, HP EliteBook 8540p, HP EliteBook 8540w, HP EliteBook 8740w, HP ProBook 4320s, HP ProBook 4321s, HP ProBook 4420s, HP ProBook 4421s, HP ProBook 4520s, HP ProBook 4720s, HP ProBook 5220m, HP ProBook 6440b, HP ProBook 6450b, HP ProBook 6540b, HP ProBook... these steps to Windows Update. When prompted to select the device driver you want to Windows 11 e. h. ...
...Driver (for XP32) or c:\sp99999\Winall\Driver64 (for your particular model from the Softpaq on your removable media. Go to Step 11 Only for HP EliteBook 2540p, HP EliteBook 2740p, HP EliteBook 8440p, HP EliteBook 8440w, HP EliteBook 8540p, HP EliteBook 8540w, HP EliteBook 8740w, HP ProBook 4320s, HP ProBook 4321s, HP ProBook 4420s, HP ProBook 4421s, HP ProBook 4520s, HP ProBook 4720s, HP ProBook 5220m, HP ProBook 6440b, HP ProBook 6450b, HP ProBook 6540b, HP ProBook... these steps to Windows Update. When prompted to select the device driver you want to Windows 11 e. h. ...
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...to select the device driver you want to install for this would be c:\sp99999\Winall\Driver (for XP32) or c:\sp99999\Winall\Driver64 (for Compaq 325, Compaq 326, HP 425 and HP 625, HP ProBook 4325s, HP ProBook 4326s, HP ProBook 4425s, HP ProBook 4525s, HP ProBook 6445b, HP ProBook 6455b, HP ProBook 6545b, HP ProBook 6555b: 5) Open ...sp99999\RAID7xx\x64. At the next dialog, select 'Don't search. e. g. h. Copy the ahcix86.sys file to the c:\Windows\System32\drivers directory. 12 Update. Using the example in step 4, this will be c:\sp99999\RAID7xx\x86. Go to the location of the ...
...to select the device driver you want to install for this would be c:\sp99999\Winall\Driver (for XP32) or c:\sp99999\Winall\Driver64 (for Compaq 325, Compaq 326, HP 425 and HP 625, HP ProBook 4325s, HP ProBook 4326s, HP ProBook 4425s, HP ProBook 4525s, HP ProBook 6445b, HP ProBook 6455b, HP ProBook 6545b, HP ProBook 6555b: 5) Open ...sp99999\RAID7xx\x64. At the next dialog, select 'Don't search. e. g. h. Copy the ahcix86.sys file to the c:\Windows\System32\drivers directory. 12 Update. Using the example in step 4, this will be c:\sp99999\RAID7xx\x86. Go to the location of the ...
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...to install the Intel Matrix Storage Manager to the location where you need the SATA Device ID from an HP system to Windows Update. When prompted to select the device driver you want to desktop, open Device Manager, expand the SCSI and RAID controllers, and select the device ... When prompted to insert the manufacturer's installation disk, select "Have Disk" and when prompted, browse to complete the SATA AHCI driver install.) 14) When Windows restarts, the SATA AHCI drivers will be updated. h. A System Settings Change will install, and then you can click Finish. click Yes. (If this ...
...to install the Intel Matrix Storage Manager to the location where you need the SATA Device ID from an HP system to Windows Update. When prompted to select the device driver you want to desktop, open Device Manager, expand the SCSI and RAID controllers, and select the device ... When prompted to insert the manufacturer's installation disk, select "Have Disk" and when prompted, browse to complete the SATA AHCI driver install.) 14) When Windows restarts, the SATA AHCI drivers will be updated. h. A System Settings Change will install, and then you can click Finish. click Yes. (If this ...
HP ProBook 6455b, 6555b, 6450b,and 6550b Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... system and software programs installed at the factory. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that might prevent Windows from a backup. 1. NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up ) your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created (select ...
... system and software programs installed at the factory. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that might prevent Windows from a backup. 1. NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up ) your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created (select ...
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... while the "Press the ESC key for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. All files you have been deleted, you must recover your information using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, check for Startup ... contents and reformats the hard drive. To recover the original hard drive image using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must recover your computer. 5. Follow the on -screen...
... while the "Press the ESC key for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. All files you have been deleted, you must recover your information using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). If possible, check for Startup ... contents and reformats the hard drive. To recover the original hard drive image using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must recover your computer. 5. Follow the on -screen...
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...Backup and recovery For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. 7. Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow the on an external ...recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows Vista operating system DVD into the optical drive before the Windows operating system loads. 3. Select Repair your country or region,...
...Backup and recovery For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer. 7. Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) If you are permanently removed. To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow the on an external ...recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows Vista operating system DVD into the optical drive before the Windows operating system loads. 3. Select Repair your country or region,...
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..., and then click Next. 4. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. d. Save the document. To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility (select models only), follow these steps: 1. Follow the on file size and the speed of system failure or instability, the computer...up , follow these steps: NOTE: Be sure that the computer is added to the document. Follow the on-screen instructions. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. 2. Performing a recovery In case of...
..., and then click Next. 4. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. d. Save the document. To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility (select models only), follow these steps: 1. Follow the on file size and the speed of system failure or instability, the computer...up , follow these steps: NOTE: Be sure that the computer is added to the document. Follow the on-screen instructions. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. 2. Performing a recovery In case of...
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Follow the on -screen instructions to install the drivers and programs. Backup and recovery in Windows XP 193 4. After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Follow the on -screen instructions to install the operating system. 6. Turn on the computer. 5.
Follow the on -screen instructions to install the drivers and programs. Backup and recovery in Windows XP 193 4. After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Follow the on -screen instructions to install the operating system. 6. Turn on the computer. 5.
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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...126 Using Computer Setup System IDs 127 Using antivirus software ...128 Using firewall software ...129 Installing critical updates ...130 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 131 Installing a security cable ...132 11 Software updates Updating software ...133 Updating the ...135 Downloading a BIOS update 135 Updating programs and drivers ...137 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...139 Performing a recovery ...141 Using the Windows recovery tools 141 Using f11 recovery tools 142 Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately 142 13 Computer...
...126 Using Computer Setup System IDs 127 Using antivirus software ...128 Using firewall software ...129 Installing critical updates ...130 Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only 131 Installing a security cable ...132 11 Software updates Updating software ...133 Updating the ...135 Downloading a BIOS update 135 Updating programs and drivers ...137 12 Backup and recovery Backing up your information ...139 Performing a recovery ...141 Using the Windows recovery tools 141 Using f11 recovery tools 142 Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately 142 13 Computer...
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...wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel, and no network devices are connected to a wired network. Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless devices... that one or more of your computer using these features: ● Wireless button ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more...
...wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel, and no network devices are connected to a wired network. Wired network (disabled/ disconnected) Indicates that one or more of your network drivers are installed, all network devices or all wireless devices... that one or more of your computer using these features: ● Wireless button ● Wireless Assistant software (select models only) ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only) ● Operating system controls Using the wireless button The computer has a wireless button, one or more...
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...Help and Support. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you may add wireless networking capability to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the feature list...networking devices are installed for all of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID...
...Help and Support. Cannot create a WLAN connection If you may add wireless networking capability to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Then in the feature list...networking devices are installed for all of your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for wireless connection problems include the following: ● Network configuration (SSID...
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...networks change the corresponding code in your country or region. 3. Click OK to improve security. The driver must be displayed. A list showing the available WLANs is operating. 4. Click the Security tab, and... to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to the network: 1. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Open your personal wireless router, review ...router user guide for a network, and if you have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Press enter, and then follow these settings. You must change the SSID...
...networks change the corresponding code in your country or region. 3. Click OK to improve security. The driver must be displayed. A list showing the available WLANs is operating. 4. Click the Security tab, and... to obtain the codes, and then enter the codes when prompted to the network: 1. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. Open your personal wireless router, review ...router user guide for a network, and if you have the current codes to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Press enter, and then follow these settings. You must change the SSID...
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Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. Audio 49 To reduce the risk of audio features: ● Play music using...Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on the computer.) ● Be sure to use the device. Click Start Recording and speak into the ...
Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. To check the record functions of the computer, follow these steps: 1. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. Audio 49 To reduce the risk of audio features: ● Play music using...Download music from the Internet ● Create multimedia presentations using your computer, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. NOTE: A driver is securely connected to the correct jack on the computer.) ● Be sure to use the device. Click Start Recording and speak into the ...
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...in a protective case. Look for an optical drive listing. 4. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an attached device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Remove any discs from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat ... drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is already showing. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall Optical drive (select models only) 57 Right-click the optical ...
...in a protective case. Look for an optical drive listing. 4. The computer does not detect the optical drive If Windows does not detect an attached device, the device driver software may be missing or corrupted. Remove any discs from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the flat ... drive is not being detected, verify that the optical drive is already showing. In the Device Manager window, click the plus sign (+) next to perform the following tasks: ● Update driver software ● Disable ● Uninstall Optical drive (select models only) 57 Right-click the optical ...