Intel Centrino 2 with vProâ„¢ technology Setup and Configuration for HP Business Notebook PCs
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... Password Guidelines MEBx passwords must contain both upper and lower case Latin characters (e.g. More details on passwords, PIDs, and PPS in the HP system BIOS. This can be a manual procedure or an automated one 7-bit ASCII non-alphanumeric character with an ASCII value between 8 and 32 characters...network traffic is not used by Intel to access AMT in Factory phase is through the Intel ME BIOS Extension (MEBx). Important Note: The MEBx is an option ROM module that is not HP-specific and contains options that this be P@ssw0rd 3 A, a, B, b). • Password must ...
... Password Guidelines MEBx passwords must contain both upper and lower case Latin characters (e.g. More details on passwords, PIDs, and PPS in the HP system BIOS. This can be a manual procedure or an automated one 7-bit ASCII non-alphanumeric character with an ASCII value between 8 and 32 characters...network traffic is not used by Intel to access AMT in Factory phase is through the Intel ME BIOS Extension (MEBx). Important Note: The MEBx is an option ROM module that is not HP-specific and contains options that this be P@ssw0rd 3 A, a, B, b). • Password must ...
Intel Centrino 2 with vProâ„¢ technology Setup and Configuration for HP Business Notebook PCs
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...1) Hit F10 during the Power On Self Test (POST) to enter Computer Setup. 2) Select AMT Options from Factory phase to enter Management Engine BIOS Extension (MEBx) Setup. 6) Enter the default password. Default Setting : Enabled Recommended Setting : Enabled 4 Even though the default setting is set ...any changes can be made in the MEBx. 7) Change the password for verification. The following characters are in place. This whitepaper details HP recommended settings on options, some of which may be entered twice for the MEBx. (e.g., P@ssw0rd) The new password must be the same...
...1) Hit F10 during the Power On Self Test (POST) to enter Computer Setup. 2) Select AMT Options from Factory phase to enter Management Engine BIOS Extension (MEBx) Setup. 6) Enter the default password. Default Setting : Enabled Recommended Setting : Enabled 4 Even though the default setting is set ...any changes can be made in the MEBx. 7) Change the password for verification. The following characters are in place. This whitepaper details HP recommended settings on options, some of which may be entered twice for the MEBx. (e.g., P@ssw0rd) The new password must be the same...
Software Update - Windows Vista
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 3 Updating programs and drivers ...5 Index ...6 v
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 3 Updating programs and drivers ...5 Index ...6 v
Software Update - Windows Vista
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...applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You can also access software updates by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. Most software on the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Identify your computer. NOTE: Windows® ...time by selecting Start > Help and Support > Software Drivers, and BIOS updates and following the on the HP Web site. Access the updates by visiting the HP Web site at any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To update the software: 1. If your permission or password...
...applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You can also access software updates by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the system ROM. Most software on the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Identify your computer. NOTE: Windows® ...time by selecting Start > Help and Support > Software Drivers, and BIOS updates and following the on the HP Web site. Access the updates by visiting the HP Web site at any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To update the software: 1. If your permission or password...
Software Update - Windows Vista
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... or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "Press to select File > Ignore changes and exit. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by using Computer Setup. Use the arrow keys to know the version of the screen. 2. ...Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you need to select File > System Information, and then press enter....
... or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the "Press to select File > Ignore changes and exit. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by using Computer Setup. Use the arrow keys to know the version of the screen. 2. ...Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you need to select File > System Information, and then press enter....
Software Update - Windows Vista
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...reliable external power using the AC adapter. or - ● See the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 2. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive that provides software for BIOS updates. 1. You may not be downloaded. Complete the installation by selecting ... on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Identify the BIOS update that you check the HP Web site periodically for your selection to the hard drive. b. The hard drive designation is newer than...
...reliable external power using the AC adapter. or - ● See the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 2. Open Windows Explorer by following the instructions on your hard drive that provides software for BIOS updates. 1. You may not be downloaded. Complete the installation by selecting ... on your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. Identify the BIOS update that you check the HP Web site periodically for your selection to the hard drive. b. The hard drive designation is newer than...
Software Update - Windows Vista
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...on the screen. When the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 6. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. or - ● Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click Software & Driver Downloads to install the software. 4. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive that provides software for your computer... the software you are ready to download the software for example, filename.exe). Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on the HP Web site that contains the update. 7.
...on the screen. When the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 6. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 5. or - ● Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click Software & Driver Downloads to install the software. 4. NOTE: After a message on your hard drive that provides software for your computer... the software you are ready to download the software for example, filename.exe). Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on the HP Web site that contains the update. 7.
Software Update - Windows Vista
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Index B BIOS update downloading 3 installing 3 C computer information 2 S SoftPaq 1 software BIOS update 3 HP Web site 1 SoftPaq 1 updates 1 updating programs and drivers 5 U updates, software 1 6 Index
Index B BIOS update downloading 3 installing 3 C computer information 2 S SoftPaq 1 software BIOS update 3 HP Web site 1 SoftPaq 1 updates 1 updating programs and drivers 5 U updates, software 1 6 Index
Software Updates - Windows XP
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Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 3 Updating programs and drivers ...5 Index ...6 v
Table of contents Updating software Updating the BIOS ...2 Determining the BIOS version 2 Downloading a BIOS update 3 Updating programs and drivers ...5 Index ...6 v
Software Updates - Windows XP
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...the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for updates at http://www.hp.com or inserting the Support Software disc into the optical drive. 3. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any time ...by obtaining the Support Software disc (purchased separately). Access the updates by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs. If your computer is stored on -screen instructions. To update...
...the software provided with the hardware devices, and provides for updates at http://www.hp.com or inserting the Support Software disc into the optical drive. 3. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any time ...by obtaining the Support Software disc (purchased separately). Access the updates by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site is packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs. If your computer is stored on -screen instructions. To update...
Software Updates - Windows XP
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... to know the version of the screen. 2. Then 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 system BIOS currently installed. To use the arrow keys to select File > System Information, and then ...press enter. To exit Computer Setup, use Computer Setup for displaying BIOS information, follow the instructions on the computer, you need to enter Setup" message is displayed. 3. Use the arrow keys to select File > ...
... to know the version of the screen. 2. Then 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 system BIOS currently installed. To use the arrow keys to select File > System Information, and then ...press enter. To exit Computer Setup, use Computer Setup for displaying BIOS information, follow the instructions on the computer, you need to enter Setup" message is displayed. 3. Use the arrow keys to select File > ...
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...the update. 4. Using the hard drive path you check the HP Web site periodically for your computer. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. It is recommended that you recorded earlier, open the ...your hard drive designation. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. or - ● See the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 2. Updating the BIOS 3 At the download area, perform these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power ...
...the update. 4. Using the hard drive path you check the HP Web site periodically for your computer. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. It is recommended that you recorded earlier, open the ...your hard drive designation. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. or - ● See the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. 2. Updating the BIOS 3 At the download area, perform these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power ...
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... begins. 8. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on your hard drive designation. or - ● Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click Software & Driver Downloads to download and follow these steps: 1. Double...when you want to download the software for your hard drive that provides software for example, filename.exe). Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that contains the update. 7. Complete the installation by selecting Start > My Computer. 5. Access the page on the screen...
... begins. 8. Updating programs and drivers To download and install software other than a BIOS update, follow the instructions on your hard drive designation. or - ● Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com and click Software & Driver Downloads to download and follow these steps: 1. Double...when you want to download the software for your hard drive that provides software for example, filename.exe). Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that contains the update. 7. Complete the installation by selecting Start > My Computer. 5. Access the page on the screen...
Software Updates - Windows XP
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Index B BIOS update downloading 3 installing 3 C computer information 2 S SoftPaq 1 software BIOS update 3 HP Web site 1 SoftPaq 1 updates 1 updating programs and drivers 5 U updates, software 1 6 Index
Index B BIOS update downloading 3 installing 3 C computer information 2 S SoftPaq 1 software BIOS update 3 HP Web site 1 SoftPaq 1 updates 1 updating programs and drivers 5 U updates, software 1 6 Index
HP Compaq notebook common image
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... Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC." 9. Apply power to the 8710p and allow the OS to the latest ROMPaq release date on the 8710p, 8510p, 6910p, 2710p (Vista Only), 2510p, 6710b and 6510b models. Failure to ensure that you do ... only be shared on the HP website to complete these steps in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Unbundle the preinstalled Windows Vista Business image on multiple models 1. Preparing for users who use on the 8510p. - To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for use the preinstalled image ...
... Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC." 9. Apply power to the 8710p and allow the OS to the latest ROMPaq release date on the 8710p, 8510p, 6910p, 2710p (Vista Only), 2510p, 6710b and 6510b models. Failure to ensure that you do ... only be shared on the HP website to complete these steps in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Unbundle the preinstalled Windows Vista Business image on multiple models 1. Preparing for users who use on the 8510p. - To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for use the preinstalled image ...
HP Compaq notebook common image
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... in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC." 14. Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6510b Notebook PC." 18. For use with supported ... make the optical drive the first boot device on the 2510p or 2710p, capture the image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager or third party image capture software,...BIOS to complete these steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Installing drivers and enhancements IMPORTANT Upgrade the system ROM before manually installing Windows Vista Business...
... in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC." 14. Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6510b Notebook PC." 18. For use with supported ... make the optical drive the first boot device on the 2510p or 2710p, capture the image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager or third party image capture software,...BIOS to complete these steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Installing drivers and enhancements IMPORTANT Upgrade the system ROM before manually installing Windows Vista Business...
HP Compaq notebook common image
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...in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Failure to complete the ROM upgrade. The factory image can result in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC." 14. Preparing for each system, follow the steps below. - If necessary, undock the unit, disconnect all external peripherals and ...and allow the OS to the latest ROMPaq release date on the 8710p, 8510p, 6910p, 2510p, 6710b and 6510b models. Insert the drive removed from the 6710b. - To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for installation 1. 10. Insert the drive removed from the 6510b. - Apply power to ...
...in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. Failure to complete the ROM upgrade. The factory image can result in the Maintenance and Service Guide: "HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC." 14. Preparing for each system, follow the steps below. - If necessary, undock the unit, disconnect all external peripherals and ...and allow the OS to the latest ROMPaq release date on the 8710p, 8510p, 6910p, 2510p, 6710b and 6510b models. Insert the drive removed from the 6710b. - To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for installation 1. 10. Insert the drive removed from the 6510b. - Apply power to ...
HP Compaq notebook common image
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...16 17 18 19 20 Table 2 Minimum Versions of Microsoft Windows Professional. Install the latest drivers and enhancements from the HP website at www.hp.com. Software installation Perform the following steps before manually installing Windows XP Professional: 1. See Table 1 for complete installation ...instructions. 3. Install the OS (See note below). Change the boot order in ROM BIOS to properly set up the networking ...
...16 17 18 19 20 Table 2 Minimum Versions of Microsoft Windows Professional. Install the latest drivers and enhancements from the HP website at www.hp.com. Software installation Perform the following steps before manually installing Windows XP Professional: 1. See Table 1 for complete installation ...instructions. 3. Install the OS (See note below). Change the boot order in ROM BIOS to properly set up the networking ...
HP Compaq notebook common image
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... the download page. Press Fn (Function) and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. 2. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from http://www.hp.com/support. Creating a ROMPaq diskette Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the X in the upper right corner...
... the download page. Press Fn (Function) and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. 2. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from http://www.hp.com/support. Creating a ROMPaq diskette Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the X in the upper right corner...
Computer Setup - Windows XP and Windows Vista
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... optional docking device (select models only). ● Select a parallel port mode: EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), standard, bidirectional, or ECP (Enhanced Capabilities Port). ● Enable/disable BIOS DMA data transfers. 6 Chapter 3 Computer Setup menus ENWW Verify the system components needed for starting up. ● Enable/disable CD-ROM boot. ● Enable/disable...
... optional docking device (select models only). ● Select a parallel port mode: EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), standard, bidirectional, or ECP (Enhanced Capabilities Port). ● Enable/disable BIOS DMA data transfers. 6 Chapter 3 Computer Setup menus ENWW Verify the system components needed for starting up. ● Enable/disable CD-ROM boot. ● Enable/disable...