HP Pro x2 612 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Updating the Bios, Determining the Bios version

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Updating the BIOS

Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website.

Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs.

Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file.

Determining the BIOS version

To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently installed on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed.

BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be revealed by pressing fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Computer Setup.

1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then quickly press the esc key or hold down the volume down button while the “Hold the Volume Down button to enter the BIOS Startup Menu” is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The Startup menu is displayed.

2.Press or tap f10 to enter Computer Setup.

3.Select Main > System Information and make note of the BIOS version.

4.To exit Computer Setup without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-right corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

– or –

Select Main > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Downloading a BIOS update

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these instructions:

Do not disconnect power on the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep.

Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.

1.From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

2.Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions.

4.At the download area, follow these steps:

a.Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on your computer. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. You may need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive.

b.Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive.

If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. You will need to access this path when you are ready to install the update.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Connecting to a local area network LAN VGA Drives Contacting support Labels Appendix a Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationResources Welcome Tablet edge components Getting to know your computerGetting to know your computer Amber The computer is connected to external power Component Description DisplayTop Power keyboardTouchPad Lights Fn key KeysRight side Left side Rear Releasing the tablet from the power keyboardChanging your tablets view Changing your tablets settingsAdjusting your tablets autorotate lock Adjusting your tablets screen brightnessUsing the wireless button Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing operating system controls Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Configuring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyInserting and removing a SIM Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Connecting to a wired networkConnecting to a local area network LAN Page Connecting to a network Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the TouchPad and gestures Tapping Turning the TouchPad off and onFinger pinch zoom ScrollingRotating select models only Finger clickEdge swipes select models only Flicking select models onlyLeft-edge swipe Setting touch screen preferences Using touch screen gesturesOne-finger slide Pinching/stretching TappingRotating select models only Right-edge swipe Edge swipesLeft-edge swipe Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Using the digitizer pen select models onlyIdentifying the pen components Holding the penUsing the keyboard Using the on-screen keyboardStoring the pen Identifying the hot keys Using Windows shortcut keysDescription Using the embedded numeric keypad Using keypadsTurning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Using an optional external numeric keypadAudio Connecting speakersAdjusting the volume MultimediaWebcams Connecting headphones and microphonesChecking audio functions on the computer VGA VideoDisplayPort Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Multimedia Shutting down the computer Power managementInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Using the power meter and power settingsSetting password protection on wakeup Using battery powerFactory-sealed battery Maximizing battery discharge time Finding additional battery informationUsing Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeConserving battery power Using external AC powerTesting an AC adapter External cards and devices Using memory card readersInserting a memory card Removing a memory card Using smart cardsInserting a smart card Using a USB deviceRemoving a smart card Connecting a USB device Using optional external devicesRemoving a USB device Using optional external drives External cards and devices Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterDrives Handling drivesUsing Disk Cleanup Security Using passwordsProtecting the computer Password Function Setting passwords in WindowsManaging a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer SetupEntering a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordSetting a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock passwordEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockRemoving DriveLock protection Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Locating the fingerprint reader Installing critical security updatesUsing HP Client Security Using the fingerprint reader select models onlySecurity Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Updating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download ManagerBacking up your information Backup and recoveryPerforming a system recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing f11 recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using HP Software Setup Using Windows Refresh or Windows ResetStarting Computer Setup Using Computer SetupNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Select Main Restore Defaults Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupDetermining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Synchronizing the tablet and keyboard Using MultiBootAbout the boot device order Choosing MultiBoot preferencesDynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Diagnostic section, click HP Uefi Support Environment Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB devicePage Contacting support SupportLabels Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Specifications Traveling with the computer Appendix a Traveling with the computer Computer is unable to start up TroubleshootingTroubleshooting resources Resolving issuesAn external device is not working Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warmDisc does not play Wireless network connection is not workingMovie is not visible on an external display Page Electrostatic discharge Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Symbols/NumericsMaintenance SIM
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