HP 110c-1150EB manual Updating the Bios, Determining the Bios version, Downloading a Bios update

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Updating the BIOS

To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you currently have and then download and install the new BIOS.

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 opening Setup Utility.

To display the BIOS information:

1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the “F10 = BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.

2.If Setup Utility does not open with the system information displayed, use the arrow keys to select the Main menu.

When the Main menu is selected, 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 prevent 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 from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.

Do not shut down the computer or initiate Standby or Hibernation.

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

To download a BIOS update:

1.Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update.

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

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Contents HP Mini User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Internet Digital cards Changing Instant Web Settings Getting started Using HP Instant Web select models only Knowing the parts Identifying the hardwareTop components TouchPadLight Right TouchPad buttonFront components KeysStart Control Panel Performance Right-side components Left-side componentsDisplay components Bottom components Wireless antennas Identifying the labels Additional hardware componentsPage Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting StandbyInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using power schemesViewing the current scheme Using external AC power Setting password protection upon exiting StandbySelecting a different power scheme Customizing power schemesUsing battery power Connecting the AC adapterDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryCharging a battery Managing low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeIdentifying low battery levels Page Resolving a low battery level Calibrating a batteryFully charge the battery Disable Hibernation and Standby Discharge the batteryConserving battery power Storing a batteryFully recharge the battery Reenable Hibernation and StandbyDisposing of a used battery Shutting down the computerInternet Connecting to a wired network Using wireless devices Connecting to a wireless networkIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using the wireless switch Using the wireless controlsUsing HP Connection Manager software select models only Using a Wlan Using HP Wireless Assistant softwareSetting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityRoaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIMRemoving a SIM Page Page Multimedia Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia Adjusting the volume Installing multimedia software from the Internet Using other preinstalled multimedia softwareMultimedia software Audio Connecting external audio devicesChecking your audio functions Page Connecting an external monitor or projector VideoWebcam Security Using passwordsProtecting the computer Passwords set in Windows Passwords set in Setup UtilityAdministrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Digital cards Inserting a digital cardStopping and removing a digital card Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceUSB devices Stopping and removing a USB device Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the keyboard Pointing devices and keyboardInitiating Standby Function HotkeySwitching the screen Decreasing screen brightnessIncreasing screen brightness Initiating QuickLockDecreasing speaker sound Muting speaker soundIncreasing speaker sound Drives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Using external drives Using optional external devices Memory modules Page Page Page Updating software Determining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Changing Instant Web Settings Disabling and Enabling Instant WebSetup Utility Starting Setup UtilityUsing Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Setup Utility menus System Configuration menuMain menu Security menuDiagnostics menu Index VGAJacks SIM
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