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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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... Software disc, follow these steps: 1. Most software on -screen instructions. Follow the on the HP Web site is packaged in the product box. 4. This disc includes device drivers, BIOS updates, and utilities. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your country...which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. (Readme.txt files included with your Internet browser, and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Updating software Updated versions of support alerts, such as security enhancements, and ...
... Software disc, follow these steps: 1. Most software on -screen instructions. Follow the on the HP Web site is packaged in the product box. 4. This disc includes device drivers, BIOS updates, and utilities. Click the option for software and driver downloads, and then type your country...which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. (Readme.txt files included with your Internet browser, and go to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. Follow the on -screen instructions. Updating software Updated versions of support alerts, such as security enhancements, and ...
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...date. 2. For details, refer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for software and ... or region. 4. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to the "Determining the BIOS version" section. To update the software using the HP Web site, follow these steps: 1. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. 2 Updating...
...date. 2. For details, refer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. The BIOS initializes the operating system, determines how the computer will interact with the hardware devices, and provides for software and ... or region. 4. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to the "Determining the BIOS version" section. To update the software using the HP Web site, follow these steps: 1. Prepare for a system BIOS update by identifying the BIOS version currently installed on -screen instructions. 2 Updating...
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.... 5. Press esc to return to select File > System Information. 4. Click Exit in Windows®) or by using Computer Setup. Use the arrow keys to enter BIOS setup. 3. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for displaying... BIOS information, follow the on-screen instructions. - Press f10 to select File > Ignore changes and exit, and then press enter. Determining the BIOS version BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you...
.... 5. Press esc to return to select File > System Information. 4. Click Exit in Windows®) or by using Computer Setup. Use the arrow keys to enter BIOS setup. 3. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the "Press the ESC key for displaying... BIOS information, follow the on-screen instructions. - Press f10 to select File > Ignore changes and exit, and then press enter. Determining the BIOS version BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you...
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...Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the product box, and then press enter. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. Double-click the file that you check the HP Web site periodically for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in an optional docking...the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer to a ...
...Follow the instructions on battery power, docked in the product box, and then press enter. 3. BIOS installation procedures vary. Double-click the file that you check the HP Web site periodically for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in an optional docking...the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Open your Internet browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your computer to a ...
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Updating the BIOS 5 NOTE: After a message on the screen. 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.
Updating the BIOS 5 NOTE: After a message on the screen. 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.
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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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... verify the source, integrity, and security of communication when using email, Microsoft® Office documents, or instant messaging (IM). BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration provides access to security File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools ● File Sanitizer allows you to securely shred digital assets (sensitive information including application files, historical or Web...
... verify the source, integrity, and security of communication when using email, Microsoft® Office documents, or instant messaging (IM). BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools ● BIOS Configuration provides access to security File Sanitizer for HP ProtectTools ● File Sanitizer allows you to securely shred digital assets (sensitive information including application files, historical or Web...
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... access to access Embedded Security features, such as Java™ Cards, biometric readers, or USB tokens. HP ProtectTools password Set in cooperation with HP. When used in HP ProtectTools can be customized by regular users or administrators. NOTE: Many of administrators and users. The passwords... For example, if the security officer and IT administrator have enabled Java Cards for the system, the user can enable Java Card BIOS security mode. ● User-Uses the security features. NOTE: In a small organization or for individual use the card for authentication....
... access to access Embedded Security features, such as Java™ Cards, biometric readers, or USB tokens. HP ProtectTools password Set in cooperation with HP. When used in HP ProtectTools can be customized by regular users or administrators. NOTE: Many of administrators and users. The passwords... For example, if the security officer and IT administrator have enabled Java Cards for the system, the user can enable Java Card BIOS security mode. ● User-Uses the security features. NOTE: In a small organization or for individual use the card for authentication....
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...to the Java Card contents and authenticates users of Drive Encryption, if the Java Card token is selected. Power-on password BIOS Configuration Protects access to the computer contents when the computer is a backup file for manual logon or saved on , restarted... is turned on the Java Card. 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 the system...
...to the Java Card contents and authenticates users of Drive Encryption, if the Java Card token is selected. Power-on password BIOS Configuration Protects access to the computer contents when the computer is a backup file for manual logon or saved on , restarted... is turned on the Java Card. 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 the system...
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... managed by Computer Setup. This gives users Windows access to system security features that are also available in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools provides access to the Computer Setup utility security and configuration settings. With BIOS Configuration, you can accomplish the following objectives: ● Manage administrator passwords. ● Configure other power-on authentication...
... managed by Computer Setup. This gives users Windows access to system security features that are also available in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools provides access to the Computer Setup utility security and configuration settings. With BIOS Configuration, you can accomplish the following objectives: ● Manage administrator passwords. ● Configure other power-on authentication...
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... may need to enter Computer Setup. 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 far right of the taskbar. Accessing BIOS Configuration To access BIOS Configuration: 1. Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel...
... may need to enter Computer Setup. 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 far right of the taskbar. Accessing BIOS Configuration To access BIOS Configuration: 1. Click Start, click Settings, and then click Control Panel...
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... purposes only. Viewing system information 61 Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. None of the BIOS Configuration pages: ● File ● Security ● System Configuration 2. To view system information: ▲ Access BIOS Configuration, and click File. or - Click one of the displayed information can be modified. keyboard controller version...
... purposes only. Viewing system information 61 Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts. None of the BIOS Configuration pages: ● File ● Security ● System Configuration 2. To view system information: ▲ Access BIOS Configuration, and click File. or - Click one of the displayed information can be modified. keyboard controller version...
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... enhance the security of your computer. NOTE: Not all options are available on computers equipped with the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Chip (TPM). Select available or hidden. 62 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Security Option BIOS Administrator Password NOTE: This option may also be called "Setup Password". Enter, view or change . Advanced tasks...
... enhance the security of your computer. NOTE: Not all options are available on computers equipped with the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Chip (TPM). Select available or hidden. 62 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Security Option BIOS Administrator Password NOTE: This option may also be called "Setup Password". Enter, view or change . Advanced tasks...
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...the system and close the window. Click OK in the HP ProtectTools Security Manager window to apply the new settings to the system and leave the window open. - Enable or disable. Enable or disable. Enable or disable. Access BIOS Configuration, and then click System Configuration. 2. Change the...: ● Port options ● Boot options ● Device configuration options ● Built-in which system devices boot. 64 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Boot options Option Startup Check Delay (Sec) Custom Logo Express Boot Popup Delay (Sec) CD-ROM Boot SD Card Boot Boot from ...
...the system and close the window. Click OK in the HP ProtectTools Security Manager window to apply the new settings to the system and leave the window open. - Enable or disable. Enable or disable. Enable or disable. Access BIOS Configuration, and then click System Configuration. 2. Change the...: ● Port options ● Boot options ● Device configuration options ● Built-in which system devices boot. 64 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Boot options Option Startup Check Delay (Sec) Custom Logo Express Boot Popup Delay (Sec) CD-ROM Boot SD Card Boot Boot from ...
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... Battery Fast Charge Security Level Change, view, or hide. Optical Disk Drive Security Level Change, view, or hide. 66 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Option Firmware Progress Event Support Unconfigure AMT on AC Power Security Level Change, view, or hide. Security Level options NOTE: These ...settings control the access level of HP ProtectTools users. Fan Always on while on next boot Action Enable or disable. Data Execution Prevention Security Level Change, view, or hide...
... Battery Fast Charge Security Level Change, view, or hide. Optical Disk Drive Security Level Change, view, or hide. 66 Chapter 6 BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Option Firmware Progress Event Support Unconfigure AMT on AC Power Security Level Change, view, or hide. Security Level options NOTE: These ...settings control the access level of HP ProtectTools users. Fan Always on while on next boot Action Enable or disable. Data Execution Prevention Security Level Change, view, or hide...
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... BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. 68 Chapter 7 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools protects against unauthorized access to Windows. For example, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools can use Embedded Security for HP ... applications (such as an authentication factor when the user logs on to user data or credentials. 7 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) NOTE: The integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip must be installed in your...
... BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. 68 Chapter 7 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools protects against unauthorized access to Windows. For example, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools can use Embedded Security for HP ... applications (such as an authentication factor when the user logs on to user data or credentials. 7 Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools (select models only) NOTE: The integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip must be installed in your...
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Enabling the embedded security chip The embedded security chip must be performed in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. If you have not set an administrator password, use the arrow keys to select TPM Embedded Security, and then press enter. 5. In the Security ...
Enabling the embedded security chip The embedded security chip must be performed in BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools. If you have not set an administrator password, use the arrow keys to select TPM Embedded Security, and then press enter. 5. In the Security ...
