HP 14 Ultrabook manual Updating the Bios

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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 displayed by using Setup Utility.

1.Start Setup Utility.

2.If the system information is not displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu. BIOS and other system information is displayed.

3.To exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.

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, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation, follow these instructions:

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

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

1.Access the page on the HP website that provides software for your computer.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want to download.

3.At the download area, follow these steps:

a.Identify the BIOS update that is later than 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.

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.

NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.

BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is complete.

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Contents Maintenance and Service Guide Page Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Windows 8 Using Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics 107 Viii Product description for Intel models Chipsets Switchable discrete GraphicsIntel Pentium Processors GraphicsDisplay panel MemoryDrives Audio VideoWireless EthernetInternal ExternalMedia card Media cardsOperating Preinstalled System Power AC adapter RequirementsBattery Serviceability End-user replaceable PartsProduct Name Product description for AMD modelsCategory Description Product description for AMD models Audio and video Keyboard/pointing External media cardInternal media cards Power requirements AC adapter Operating system PreinstalledComponent Description External component identificationRight side Right side Left side Display Top TouchPadLights Buttons and speakers Keys Esc keyBottom Description Function Service labelIllustrated parts catalog Computer major components ComponentPower button board includes cable Graphics, and Intel processorsComponent Spare part number For use with HP Pavilion Sleekbook models with UMA graphics Wlan module RTC batteryPower connector Platform Controller Hub PCH heat sinkDisplay assembly subcomponents Optional external optical drive Miscellaneous partsComponent Spare part number AC adapter Screw KitSequential part number listing Spare part number DescriptionModels with Intel processors 697904-B31 Illustrated parts catalog Sequential part number listing Illustrated parts catalog Service considerations Removal and replacement proceduresPreliminary replacement requirements Tools requiredGrounding guidelines Drive handlingTypical electrostatic voltage levels Event 10% 40% 55%Equipment guidelines Material Use Voltage protection levelComponent replacement procedures Service labelDescription Spare part number BatteryAh Li-ion battery 695192-001 Computer feet Description Spare part number Rubber Feet Kit 697906-001Display panel Page Keyboard Description Spare part number Black keyboardDescription Spare part number Page Page Top cover Page Page Power button board Hard drive Mm 0.28 in × 6.35 cm 2.50 in SataPage Page USB board/audio jack Wlan module Page Page System board AMD processors Remove the USB board see USB board/audio jack on Page Page Memory module Page Wlan RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 697917-001MSATA solid-state drive Page PCH heat sink Description Spare part number PCH heat sink 699248-001Heat sink Page Fan Description Spare part number Fan 697914-001Speaker assembly Description Spare part number Speaker assembly 697918-001RJ-45 cover Description Spare part number RJ-45 cover 700428-001Display assembly Remove the USB board see USB board/audio jack on Display assembly subcomponents Remove the USB board see USB board/audio jack on Page Page Power connector Description Spare part number Power connector 697921-001Updating the Bios Windows 8 Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsStarting Setup Utility Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Changing the language of Setup Utility Starting Setup UtilityUsing Setup Utility Navigating and selecting in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Restoring factory default settings in Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Updating the Bios Using Advanced System Diagnostics Specifications Computer specifications35.6 cm 14.0 in display specifications Hard drive specificationsWindows 8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media Restore and recovery Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery Remove everything and reinstall WindowsRecovering using HP Recovery Manager What you need to knowRemoving the HP Recovery partition Using HP Recovery media to recoverPage Creating the restore DVDs Ubuntu Linux Backing up, restoring, and recoveringPerforming a system recovery Creating a restore image on a USB devicePerforming recovery using the restore media Backing up your informationPage Power cord set requirements Requirements for all countriesRequirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note numberPower cord set requirements Recycling Bios IndexPage Recovery
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