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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... before installing SATA drivers: • Microsoft Windows XP Professional with the latest Service Pack, Certificate of Authenticity and documentation. • Necessary drivers, especially Intel SATA AHCI Controller Driver. • Proper OS License for each system on HP Notebook PC models. building an image and switching to the PnP drivers store (example: c:\drivers\sata). 2 and adding SATA drivers using Sysprep with...
... before installing SATA drivers: • Microsoft Windows XP Professional with the latest Service Pack, Certificate of Authenticity and documentation. • Necessary drivers, especially Intel SATA AHCI Controller Driver. • Proper OS License for each system on HP Notebook PC models. building an image and switching to the PnP drivers store (example: c:\drivers\sata). 2 and adding SATA drivers using Sysprep with...
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...=No DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore oempreinstall=yes updateInstalledDrivers=Yes 4) At this point, the Windows installation is seen below. In addition, the text displayed after the semicolon (;) is being inserted. Steps to add SATA drivers to a Remote Installation Service distribution point. Failure to complete these guidelines are ...an image, and deploy the image to systems using SATA hardware set to be modified or completely removed at www.hp.com. 3 Adding SATA drivers to RIS Installation Points Where these steps in the proper order can be added starts with PCI\. These lines ...
...=No DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore oempreinstall=yes updateInstalledDrivers=Yes 4) At this point, the Windows installation is seen below. In addition, the text displayed after the semicolon (;) is being inserted. Steps to add SATA drivers to a Remote Installation Service distribution point. Failure to complete these guidelines are ...an image, and deploy the image to systems using SATA hardware set to be modified or completely removed at www.hp.com. 3 Adding SATA drivers to RIS Installation Points Where these steps in the proper order can be added starts with PCI\. These lines ...
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..., under the section [Unattended], add the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore 6) Save all your platform at www.hp.com. 3) Unpack all the directories and files from the SoftPaq. Failure to add SATA support by creating a custom Windows XP Installation CD. This section provides guidelines for your edited .sif file...
..., under the section [Unattended], add the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata DriverSigningPolicy = Ignore 6) Save all your platform at www.hp.com. 3) Unpack all the directories and files from the SoftPaq. Failure to add SATA support by creating a custom Windows XP Installation CD. This section provides guidelines for your edited .sif file...
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...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:\xpcd.iso 7 CDBURN is found in notepad 16) Under the section [Unattended], add the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata ...of the following section. Using OSCDIMG (or CDIMAGE) and CDBURN (command line utilities from deploy.cab in the following Settings sections h. Select "Windows XP Pro" e. Utilities from the c:\xpcd folder. b. Select "Unattended Setup" d. Select "User Interaction desired" f. a. The custom XPCD...
...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:\xpcd.iso 7 CDBURN is found in notepad 16) Under the section [Unattended], add the following lines: OemPreinstall=yes OemPnPDriversPath=drivers\sata ...of the following section. Using OSCDIMG (or CDIMAGE) and CDBURN (command line utilities from deploy.cab in the following Settings sections h. Select "Windows XP Pro" e. Utilities from the c:\xpcd folder. b. Select "Unattended Setup" d. Select "User Interaction desired" f. a. The custom XPCD...
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Steps to modify a Windows XP image to support SATA Native Mode 1) ...disabling SATA native mode in F10 setup, building the image, adding the drivers for customers who have built an image with the latest Service Pack in .... 3) Download the latest SATA driver that is the Softpaq to unpack. o -f is intended for your settings and exit F10 mode. 2) Install Windows XP with SATA AHCI Native Mode... are applicable IMPORTANT: Follow the installation instructions in the order provided. Modifying a Windows XP installation to support SATA Native Mode Where these steps in the proper order ...
Steps to modify a Windows XP image to support SATA Native Mode 1) ...disabling SATA native mode in F10 setup, building the image, adding the drivers for customers who have built an image with the latest Service Pack in .... 3) Download the latest SATA driver that is the Softpaq to unpack. o -f is intended for your settings and exit F10 mode. 2) Install Windows XP with SATA AHCI Native Mode... are applicable IMPORTANT: Follow the installation instructions in the order provided. Modifying a Windows XP installation to support SATA Native Mode Where these steps in the proper order ...
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...the device driver you want 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 6550b: 5) ... to be done once. 7) Follow these steps to Windows 11 Only for Compaq 320, Compaq 321, Compaq 420, Compaq 421, Compaq 620, Compaq 621, HP 420 and HP 620: 5) Download and run the "Intel Chipset Installation...
...the device driver you want 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 6550b: 5) ... to be done once. 7) Follow these steps to Windows 11 Only for Compaq 320, Compaq 321, Compaq 420, Compaq 421, Compaq 620, Compaq 621, HP 420 and HP 620: 5) Download and run the "Intel Chipset Installation...
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..., browse to install 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 My Computer and browse to continue installing the driver, select Yes, then Finish. The installation will appear...Copy the ahcix86.sys file to the c:\Windows\System32\drivers directory. 12 b. Copy the ahcix64.sys file to the c:\Windows\System32\drivers directory. At the next dialog, select 'Don't search. A warning that Windows cannot verify that the device is compatible...
..., browse to install 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 My Computer and browse to continue installing the driver, select Yes, then Finish. The installation will appear...Copy the ahcix86.sys file to the c:\Windows\System32\drivers directory. 12 b. Copy the ahcix64.sys file to the c:\Windows\System32\drivers directory. At the next dialog, select 'Don't search. A warning that Windows cannot verify that the device is compatible...
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... SATA Device ID from a list or specific location (Advanced). Steps to obtain the SATA Device ID from a Windows XP image 1) Begin by taking a Windows XP system with the HP image already on the system and boot into the Operating System. 2) Once the Operating System is listed. At the... the Intel Matrix Storage Manager to complete the SATA AHCI driver install.) 14) When Windows restarts, the SATA AHCI drivers will choose the driver to install'. The installation will install, and then you extracted the "AMD SATA AHCI Controller Driver". Go to restart your computer now?" How to System ...
... SATA Device ID from a list or specific location (Advanced). Steps to obtain the SATA Device ID from a Windows XP image 1) Begin by taking a Windows XP system with the HP image already on the system and boot into the Operating System. 2) Once the Operating System is listed. At the... the Intel Matrix Storage Manager to complete the SATA AHCI driver install.) 14) When Windows restarts, the SATA AHCI drivers will choose the driver to install'. The installation will install, and then you extracted the "AMD SATA AHCI Controller Driver". Go to restart your computer now?" How to System ...
HP ProBook 6455b, 6555b, 6450b,and 6550b Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... purchased separately). For additional information, go to Help and Support. The image includes the Windows operating 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. CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the...
... purchased separately). For additional information, go to Help and Support. The image includes the Windows operating 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. CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the...
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... disc (both purchased separately). Restart the computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads. 4. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover your computer. 5. When reformatting is displayed...possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. Follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup ...
... disc (both purchased separately). Restart the computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads. 4. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory must recover your computer. 5. When reformatting is displayed...possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. Follow the on -screen instructions. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your permission or password for tasks such as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup ...
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...For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, you have created and any keyboard key. 4. All files you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to boot (start up all personal files. 2. To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow the on...press any software installed on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Select Repair your most recent backup (stored on discs or on the computer are unable to reboot the ...
...For contact information, refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, you have created and any keyboard key. 4. All files you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to boot (start up all personal files. 2. To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow the on...press any software installed on an external drive) is complete, the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities. Select Repair your most recent backup (stored on discs or on the computer are unable to reboot the ...
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... Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. 2. Click Restore files and settings, and then click Next. 4. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of... Save the document. Follow the on -screen instructions. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility (select models only), follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For additional information on the computer are permanently removed. The Backup or Restore...
... Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. 2. Click Restore files and settings, and then click Next. 4. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of... Save the document. Follow the on -screen instructions. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. To create a backup using the Windows Backup utility (select models only), follow these steps: 1. NOTE: For additional information on the computer are permanently removed. The Backup or Restore...
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Follow the on the computer. 5. 4. After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Turn on -screen instructions to install the operating system. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the drivers and programs. Backup and recovery in Windows XP 193
Follow the on the computer. 5. 4. After the operating system is installed, remove the Operating System disc and insert the Driver Recovery disc. 7. Turn on -screen instructions to install the operating system. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the drivers and programs. Backup and recovery in Windows XP 193
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...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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...all network devices or all of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired network. Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel, and no network devices are ... devices are disabled in 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 ...
...all network devices or all of your network drivers are installed and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are connected to a wired network. Using the wireless controls You can control the wireless devices in Windows Control Panel, and no network devices are ... devices are disabled in 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 ...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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...9679; Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to your network connection problem, be prompted for your permission or password for all of your ...computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer ...
...9679; Network configuration (SSID or security) has been changed. ● Wireless device is properly installed on your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to your network connection problem, be prompted for your permission or password for all of your ...computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Some possible causes for more information on troubleshooting WLANs, refer ...
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...Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 33 Click OK to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your computer model number in the search box. 4. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. The driver must have previously connected to improve security. Click the ...option for software and driver downloads, and then type your country or region. 3. NOTE...
...Troubleshooting wireless connection problems 33 Click OK to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Select your computer model number in the search box. 4. A Windows "Device not Found" error message may also be reinstalled. The driver must have previously connected to improve security. Click the ...option for software and driver downloads, and then type your country or region. 3. NOTE...
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...hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Audio 49 Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Save the file to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For additional safety information, refer...All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. Click Sound. 4. To check the record functions of ...
...hear sound through the speakers or through connected headphones. Audio 49 Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Under Program Events, select any drivers required by the external device. Save the file to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For additional safety information, refer...All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder. 2. Select Start > Control Panel. 2. When the Sound window opens, click the Sounds tab. Click Start Recording and speak into the microphone. Open Windows Media Player and play back the sound. Click Sound. 4. To check the record functions of ...
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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 Remove any discs from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the ...Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 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. Close the disc tray and place the disc in the Device Manager utility. 1. If you...
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 Remove any discs from the tray by the edges and avoid touching the ...Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 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. Close the disc tray and place the disc in the Device Manager utility. 1. If you...