Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks
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... to update. If docked, undock the unit. 2. You can be downloaded from the HP website at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW Note The HP Support Software CD is available through Windows update, as a one-time purchase. This section provides guidelines for information on...not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. Preparing for each PC • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 o SP2 is updated monthly and available by pressing Fn+Esc after the OS boots. - Start the system using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a download ...
... to update. If docked, undock the unit. 2. You can be downloaded from the HP website at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW Note The HP Support Software CD is available through Windows update, as a one-time purchase. This section provides guidelines for information on...not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. Preparing for each PC • Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 o SP2 is updated monthly and available by pressing Fn+Esc after the OS boots. - Start the system using Computer Setup or by annual subscription or as a download ...
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc4010 software overview
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...driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for software listed in this white paper. The CDs provide an easy-to-use of integrated Easy Access buttons Allows users to quickly access BIOS and operating system features Provides asset ... to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for preinstalled operating systems. This restore solution allows users to boot 8 HP Worldwide Website and download facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded...
...driver and ROM updates and product software enhancements. SoftPaqs provide a distribution method for software listed in this white paper. The CDs provide an easy-to-use of integrated Easy Access buttons Allows users to quickly access BIOS and operating system features Provides asset ... to update client ROM and setup over the network Allows users to access Compaq security options Provides added functionality for preinstalled operating systems. This restore solution allows users to boot 8 HP Worldwide Website and download facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded...
HP ProtectTools Security Manager
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... an additional password. Users need to input the basic user key pass phrase Helps protects against unauthorized access to the PC by booting from a device other systems from within the HP ProtectTools Security Manager creates an integrated security solution and enables authorized users... as Smart Cards, Power-on Passwords, and Drivelock • Enable/Disable hardware features such as CD-ROM boot. • Configuring boot options including disabling the ability to boot to remember any additional passwords beyond the TPM embedded security chip user pass phrase. The following table...
... an additional password. Users need to input the basic user key pass phrase Helps protects against unauthorized access to the PC by booting from a device other systems from within the HP ProtectTools Security Manager creates an integrated security solution and enables authorized users... as Smart Cards, Power-on Passwords, and Drivelock • Enable/Disable hardware features such as CD-ROM boot. • Configuring boot options including disabling the ability to boot to remember any additional passwords beyond the TPM embedded security chip user pass phrase. The following table...
Software Guide
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... 6-2 Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup 6-3 Understanding MultiBoot Results 6-4 Setting MultiBoot Preferences 6-5 Setting a New Default Boot Sequence 6-5 Setting a MultiBoot Express Prompt 6-6 Entering MultiBoot Express Preferences 6-7 7 Presentation Mode Opening Quick Launch Button Software ... Advanced Menu 8-5 9 Software Updates and Restorations Preparing to Update Software 9-1 Obtaining the Support Software CD 9-2 Accessing Notebook Information 9-2 Downloading Software from the Internet 9-3 Downloading System ROM 9-4 Downloading Other Software 9-5 vi Software Guide
... 6-2 Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup 6-3 Understanding MultiBoot Results 6-4 Setting MultiBoot Preferences 6-5 Setting a New Default Boot Sequence 6-5 Setting a MultiBoot Express Prompt 6-6 Entering MultiBoot Express Preferences 6-7 7 Presentation Mode Opening Quick Launch Button Software ... Advanced Menu 8-5 9 Software Updates and Restorations Preparing to Update Software 9-1 Obtaining the Support Software CD 9-2 Accessing Notebook Information 9-2 Downloading Software from the Internet 9-3 Downloading System ROM 9-4 Downloading Other Software 9-5 vi Software Guide
Software Guide
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...chapter to start and operate properly. Software Guide 6-1 6 MultiBoot A bootable medium or network interface card (NIC) contains files that the notebook needs to in order to "Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup." The MultiBoot utility, disabled by default, allows you to identify the ...devices and control the sequence in which the system attempts to boot from those devices, as CDs or DVDs, bootable diskettes, or a network interface card (NIC). ✎ Some devices, including USB devices and network interface...
...chapter to start and operate properly. Software Guide 6-1 6 MultiBoot A bootable medium or network interface card (NIC) contains files that the notebook needs to in order to "Enabling Bootable Devices in Computer Setup." The MultiBoot utility, disabled by default, allows you to identify the ...devices and control the sequence in which the system attempts to boot from those devices, as CDs or DVDs, bootable diskettes, or a network interface card (NIC). ✎ Some devices, including USB devices and network interface...
Software Guide
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... drive C devices. The network interface card (NIC) does not have a CD that boots as drive C. You can use MultiBoot Express to set the notebook to find a bootable drive A device, it boots the CD. Most bootable CDs boot as drive A or drive C, depending on the format of the CD. Or, you have a drive letter assigned to it. ✎ An...
... drive C devices. The network interface card (NIC) does not have a CD that boots as drive C. You can use MultiBoot Express to set the notebook to find a bootable drive A device, it boots the CD. Most bootable CDs boot as drive A or drive C, depending on the format of the CD. Or, you have a drive letter assigned to it. ✎ An...
Software Guide
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...drive and a diskette drive. For example, the notebook is not bootable) it tries to a Port Replicator with a disc that boots as drive C, that CD-ROM drive becomes drive C, and the hard drive in the system. ■ Changing the boot sequence also changes the logical drive designations. If... drive comes before the diskette drive. Understanding MultiBoot Results Before changing the startup sequence, consider the following: ■ When the notebook restarts after the boot order has been changed, it considers only the first device of the screen. Instead, it does not try to a Preboot ...
...drive and a diskette drive. For example, the notebook is not bootable) it tries to a Port Replicator with a disc that boots as drive C, that CD-ROM drive becomes drive C, and the hard drive in the system. ■ Changing the boot sequence also changes the logical drive designations. If... drive comes before the diskette drive. Understanding MultiBoot Results Before changing the startup sequence, consider the following: ■ When the notebook restarts after the boot order has been changed, it considers only the first device of the screen. Instead, it does not try to a Preboot ...
Software Guide
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... 1. Follow the on screen directions for setting a restore point. Immediately insert the Operating System CD into the notebook. 3. The Setup window is complete. This process may take 1-2 hours to boot from the CD. Select System Restore. Select Start > Help and Support > Tools > System Restore. 2.... Connect the notebook to external power and turn off the notebook. 4. When prompted, press any key to complete. Software Guide...
... 1. Follow the on screen directions for setting a restore point. Immediately insert the Operating System CD into the notebook. 3. The Setup window is complete. This process may take 1-2 hours to boot from the CD. Select System Restore. Select Start > Help and Support > Tools > System Restore. 2.... Connect the notebook to external power and turn off the notebook. 4. When prompted, press any key to complete. Software Guide...
Software Guide
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... external power and turn off the notebook. 4. Immediately insert the Operating System CD into the notebook. 3. The Setup window is displayed. 7. Press esc to boot from the CD. Press enter to continue setup using the NTFS file system (Quick) and press enter. Ä CAUTION: Formatting this ... partition using this drive will be lost during the operating system reinstall. A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed. 8. Press f8 to start the notebook. 5. Press C to set up your operating system. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to learn more about backing up ...
... external power and turn off the notebook. 4. Immediately insert the Operating System CD into the notebook. 3. The Setup window is displayed. 7. Press esc to boot from the CD. Press enter to continue setup using the NTFS file system (Quick) and press enter. Ä CAUTION: Formatting this ... partition using this drive will be lost during the operating system reinstall. A Licensing Agreement screen is displayed. 8. Press f8 to start the notebook. 5. Press C to set up your operating system. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to learn more about backing up ...
Software Guide
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... wireless LAN user guides 1-4 A accessing notebook information 9-2 Advanced Port Replicator docking or undocking before starting DVD 4-4 antivirus software 1-5 B battery pack, causing CD or DVD write corruption 4-8, 4-13 Bluetooth installing software 1-2 Bluetooth user guides 1-4 boot sequence default 6-2 setting new 6-5 C CD(s) accessing Windows Media Player help files 4-3 avoiding Standby and Hibernation 4-1 CD-R vs. CD-RW 4-8, 4-13 copying 4-6 creating...
... wireless LAN user guides 1-4 A accessing notebook information 9-2 Advanced Port Replicator docking or undocking before starting DVD 4-4 antivirus software 1-5 B battery pack, causing CD or DVD write corruption 4-8, 4-13 Bluetooth installing software 1-2 Bluetooth user guides 1-4 boot sequence default 6-2 setting new 6-5 C CD(s) accessing Windows Media Player help files 4-3 avoiding Standby and Hibernation 4-1 CD-R vs. CD-RW 4-8, 4-13 copying 4-6 creating...
Software Guide
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... network connecting to PXE or RPL server at startup 6-4 enabling NIC for MultiBoot 6-1 protecting against viruses while using 1-5 Network Service Boot 6-4 P PCFriendly 4-4 Port Replicator (optional) enabling USB legacy support 8-6 identification information 8-3 MultiBoot 6-2 power source 2-1 using Presentation... opening 7-2 settings 7-3 R regional settings 1-3 resuming from Hibernation 2-7 resuming from Standby 2-9 ROMPaq 9-3 Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 Drag-to-Disc 4-6 formatting CD with 4-9 preparing to use 4-8, 4-13 prompt, UDF 4-8 settings 4-11 RPL (Remote Program Load) protocol 6-4...
... network connecting to PXE or RPL server at startup 6-4 enabling NIC for MultiBoot 6-1 protecting against viruses while using 1-5 Network Service Boot 6-4 P PCFriendly 4-4 Port Replicator (optional) enabling USB legacy support 8-6 identification information 8-3 MultiBoot 6-2 power source 2-1 using Presentation... opening 7-2 settings 7-3 R regional settings 1-3 resuming from Hibernation 2-7 resuming from Standby 2-9 ROMPaq 9-3 Roxio Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 Drag-to-Disc 4-6 formatting CD with 4-9 preparing to use 4-8, 4-13 prompt, UDF 4-8 settings 4-11 RPL (Remote Program Load) protocol 6-4...
HP Compaq nc8000 Business PC, HP Compaq nw8000 Mobile Workstation - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Hard Drive, Part 1 OS not loading from hard drive? Y Done Change boot priority through the Setup utility and reboot. N Boot from hard drive. N Go to "Flowchart 2.13-No OS Loading, Diskette Drive" N Boot from hard drive? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.11-No OS Loading, Hard ...Drive, Part 2" Reseat external hard drive. Y Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunction ing Device" 2-20 Maintenance and Service Guide Done N N Boot from diskette? N Boot from CD? Y Check the Setup utility for correct booting order. Y ...
... Hard Drive, Part 1 OS not loading from hard drive? Y Done Change boot priority through the Setup utility and reboot. N Boot from hard drive. N Go to "Flowchart 2.13-No OS Loading, Diskette Drive" N Boot from hard drive? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.11-No OS Loading, Hard ...Drive, Part 2" Reseat external hard drive. Y Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunction ing Device" 2-20 Maintenance and Service Guide Done N N Boot from diskette? N Boot from CD? Y Check the Setup utility for correct booting order. Y ...
HP Compaq nc8000 Business PC, HP Compaq nw8000 Mobile Workstation - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... C:\ prompt. Y N Create partition, then format hard drive to "Flowchart 2.12-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 3" N Hard drive partitioned? Y Notebook booted? Remove diskette and reboot. Y 1. Replace system board. Load OS using System Restore CD N (if applicable). Go to a bootable C:\ prompt. Hard drive formatted? Reseat hard drive. Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.11-No OS Loading, Hard...
... C:\ prompt. Y N Create partition, then format hard drive to "Flowchart 2.12-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 3" N Hard drive partitioned? Y Notebook booted? Remove diskette and reboot. Y 1. Replace system board. Load OS using System Restore CD N (if applicable). Go to a bootable C:\ prompt. Hard drive formatted? Reseat hard drive. Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.11-No OS Loading, Hard...
HP Compaq nc8000 Business PC, HP Compaq nw8000 Mobile Workstation - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...? Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device" Clear CMOS. Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.14-No OS Loading, CD- Boots from another bootable disc. or DVD-ROM Drive Y N No OS loading from CD or DVD? Y Y Booting order correct? Y Boots from CD- Y Install bootable disc and reboot notebook. N Done Y Reseat drive. Install bootable disc. N Done Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device" 2-24...
...? Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device" Clear CMOS. Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.14-No OS Loading, CD- Boots from another bootable disc. or DVD-ROM Drive Y N No OS loading from CD or DVD? Y Y Booting order correct? Y Boots from CD- Y Install bootable disc and reboot notebook. N Done Y Reseat drive. Install bootable disc. N Done Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device" 2-24...