HP 610 G1 manual Starting Setup Utility Bios, Updating the Bios, Determining the Bios version

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9Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the tablet, and the amount of system and extended memory.

Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)

To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on or restart the tablet, quickly press the volume down button, and then press the power button.

NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the tablet from operating properly.

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 tablet, 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 using Setup Utility (BIOS).

1.Start Setup Utility (BIOS) (see Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 31.

2.Select Main.

3.To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your changes, tap Exit, tap Exit Discarding Changes, and then tap enter.

4.Tap Yes.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Navigating the screen Traveling with or shipping your tablet Viii Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationResources Locating hardware Getting to know your tabletFinding your hardware and software information FrontBack Bottom edge Top edgeLabels Sharing data and drives and accessing software Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing an Internet service provider Using a WlanSetting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devicesConnecting headphones and microphones Using the webcamUsing audio Connecting speakersUsing video Testing your audio featuresConnecting video devices by using a micro Hdmi cable Setting up Hdmi audio Using touch screen gestures Navigating the screenOne-finger slide Scrolling TappingPinching/zooming Rotating select models onlyEdge swipes Left-edge swipe Right-edge swipeTop-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipe Manually exiting Hibernation select models only Managing powerInitiating Sleep and Hibernation Manually exiting SleepFactory-sealed battery Using the power meter and power settingsRunning on battery power Setting password protection on wakeupResolving a low battery level Finding battery informationConserving battery power Identifying low battery levelsTroubleshooting power problems Running on external AC powerShutting down turning off the tablet Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your tabletCleaning procedures Maintaining your tabletCleaning the display Cleaning the edges or coverTraveling with or shipping your tablet Securing your tablet and information Using passwordsUsing Internet security software Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Installing critical security updates Installing software updatesUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareBacking up your software applications and information Securing your wireless networkStarting Setup Utility Bios Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Select System Diagnostics Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiCreating a Microsoft recovery drive select models only Backing up, restoring, and recoveringUsing Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery System recovery instructions select models onlyRemoving everything and reinstalling Windows Backing up data using File History Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Index Bios
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610 G1 specifications

The HP ProBook 610 G1 is a robust, enterprise-grade laptop designed primarily for business professionals who demand reliability and performance in their everyday computing tasks. Introduced as part of HP’s ProBook series, the 610 G1 balances usability, durability, and security features, making it suitable for mobile workforces and corporate environments.

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Security is a top priority in business environments, and the HP ProBook 610 G1 does not fall short. It includes features such as a fingerprint reader for biometric authentication, TPM (Trusted Platform Module) for secure storage of encryption keys, and HP’s Sure Start technology, which protects the BIOS from attacks and ensures system integrity.

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