HP BrioBA410 manual Updating Your PC’s Bios

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Your PC’s BIOS

Your PC’s BIOS

The BIOS (Basic Input Output System) in your PC has the following roles:

•It tests and configures your PC’s hardware components during the POST (Power On Self-Test).

•It lets you configure your PC by using the Setup program. See “HP Setup Program” on page 72.

•It provides the link between the software running on your PC and your PC’s hardware.

The BIOS is stored in a chip on the system board. A PC’s BIOS is specific to that PC.

Updating Your PC’s BIOS

Many problems with your PC can be solved by updating (flashing) the PC’s BIOS.

Updating (flashing) your BIOS is a simple procedure that involves booting your PC from a floppy disk containing the new BIOS.

The latest BIOS for your PC along with instructions on updating can be downloaded from HP’s Brio Support Web site at: www.hp.com/go/briosupport.

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Contents Brio BA410 Page HP Brio Guide Upgrading and Replacing HP Brio Hardware Regulatory, Warranty and Support Technical InformationImportant Safety Information Choosing a Comfortable WorkspaceHP Brio Information Roadmap HP Brio GuideYour PC’s Online HP Brio Center Information on the HP Brio Support Web SiteImportant Ergonomic Information Setting Up Your HP Brio Unpacking the PC and Monitor Number may varyConnecting Devices to Your HP Brio PC Connecting Other Equipment TurquoiseLight blue Black USB is supportedSetting the Country for Your Modem Checking Settings for the 56K V90 External USB ModemChecking Settings for the 56K V90 Internal PCI Modem For Windows 98 UsersComfort and Safety Checklist Preparing Your Work EnvironmentYour Work Posture OverallComfort and Safety Checklist Getting Started with Your HP Brio Setting Up Windows Starting Your HP BrioWaking Your HP Brio from a Sleep State Stopping Your HP BrioYour PC’s Desktop Recycle bin stores files temporarily before they are deletedHP Brio Center-Your Desktop Assistant Using Your HP Brio PC Windows TourFix a Problem Try this firstUsing Your Software Finding Information on the WebSecuring Your HP Brio If You Have a Problem What to Do FirstWhat to Do First EitherHP Brio Doesn’t Power On My HP Brio Doesn’t Start ProperlyPower-On Self Test Detects an Error PC Hangs and Emits Beeps During StartupMy HP Brio Isn’t Working Properly PC Freezes All of a SuddenWhat Kind of Problem Is It? Is My Problem Hardware or Software Related?Can’t Shut Down My PC My PC Has Become SlowHardware Problems Keyboard Doesn’t Work ProperlyCheck all keys are at the same height, and none are stuck Download the latest driver from HP’s Web atResolution Monitor Doesn’t Work ProperlyCompatible with your monitor System’s documentationThere’s a Problem with the Hard Disk Ask for a replacement hard driveDisk is not damaged in some way Program Hard disk drive has been detectedDrive’s power and data cables are correctly connected There’s a Problem with the CD-ROM, CD-RW or DVD Drive Advanced Troubleshooting HowDVD Drive Doesn’t Play DVD Video CD-ROM, CD-RW or DVD Drive Doesn’t OpenThis setting should be Auto Correct printer driver is installedPrinter Doesn’t Work Printer is on There is paper in the printerNewly Installed Device Is Not Recognized Modem Doesn’t WorkExpansion cards Internal devicesSoftware Problems Power Light Is On But My Software Won’t RunDate and Time are Wrong Problems Using the Euro Symbol Support this featureSymbol Can configure the keyboardMy HP Brio Has an Audio Sound Problem No Sound When Playing a Multimedia or Audio CDNo Sound When Running Applications New Add-On Sound Card Does Not WorkThere Is a Humming Noise No Output From 8 or 16 Bit Digitized SoundsAudio Input From Microphone Too Low PC Hangs While RecordingMy HP Brio Detects an Error at Startup Memory Test ErrorPC’s memory modules are installed correctly Keyboard Test Error Switch off the PCKeyboard cable is correctly connected Ö Keyboard is working Keyboard port is workingFloppy Drive Test Error Drive is correctly configured in the PC’sClose the PC then switch it on and check it works Floppy drive is workingHard Disk, DVD or CD-ROM Drive Test Error Check the drive is enabled and the correct type is selectedHard disk, DVD or CD-ROM drive is working Cmos Test Error Serial or Parallel Port Test Error Other Configuration ProblemsOr forgotten to switch it on Turn on or restart the PCFAQs Need More Help?HP Hardware Diagnostics e-DiagTools What Is e-DiagTools For?How Do I Run e-DiagTools? Using the HP Brio Assist CD-ROMs HP Brio Assist CD-ROM System RecoveryHP Brio Assist CD-ROM HP Brio Assist CD-ROM Drivers & UtilitiesManually Reinstalling Drivers Running HP e-DiagToolsSupport and Information Services Information on Your Warranty and Customer Care CentersSupport and Information Services Upgrading and Replacing HP Brio Hardware Important Before You Start Inside the ComputerAccessing Internal Components Removing and Replacing the Main CoverTo Remove the Main Cover To Replace the Main CoverAccessing Internal Components Removing and Replacing the Power Supply Unit To Remove the Power SupplyTo Replace the Power Supply Removing and Replacing the Side Panel To Remove the Side PanelTo Replace the Side Panel Removing and Replacing the Front Panel To Remove the Front PanelTo Replace the Front Panel Replacing the System Board Attach the seven screws Cables and Connectors in Your PC Replacing a Processor Replacing the Floppy Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Installing an Expansion Bay Drive Replacing a CD-ROM or DVD Drive in the Top BayInstalling a Drive in the Lower Expansion Bay Tighten the four screws that fasten the drive to the bay Installing a Memory Module Installing an Expansion Card Replacing the Power Supply Unit Replacing the Power Supply Unit Replacing the Battery Position of batteryReplacing the Battery Your PC’s Bios Technical InformationHP Setup Program Entering the Setup ProgramSetup Program Menus Setting System Defaults Clearing Your PC’s Cmos Bios Settings Clearing Cmos Using the Setup ProgramManually Clearing Cmos and Passwords Switch CmosYour PC’s Bios Updating Your PC’s BiosTechnical Characteristics Technical Characteristics International Warranty Other ServicesRegulatory Information Declaration of ConformitySafety Warning for the USA and Canada FCC for USA onlyHinweis für Deutschland Geräuschemission Telecom Regulatory Statements Part 68 FCC Compliance Statement USAIndustry of Canada Notice PAN European Regulatory NoteNEW Zealand Telecom Warnings Recycling your PC Recycling your PCHP Hardware Warranty GeneralProof of Purchase and Warranty Period HP Hardware Warranty Options Year On-Site Service HP Validation and Service Options HP Telephone Support Services Obtaining On-Site Service Obtaining Return for Repair Service HP Software Limited Warranty HP SoftwareHP Software License Agreement HP Software License AgreementHP Software License Agreement International Warranty HP Year 2000 WarrantyHP Customer Care Center Phone Numbers North & Latin America Asia PacificOther Services WWW100 Index 102 Page Warranty Entitlement Information