HP 110c-1040DX 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 device, 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 the Setup Utility.

To display the BIOS information:

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

2.If the 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 the 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 device or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the device is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the device 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 device by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.

Do not shut down the device 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 device: Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update.

2.Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your device 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 device. 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 Mini User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Internet Digital cards Drives Identifying the hardware Knowing the partsTop components TouchPadRight TouchPad button LightKeys Front componentsStart Control Panel Performance Left-side components Right-side componentsDisplay components Bottom components Wireless antennas Additional hardware components Identifying the labelsPage Setting power options Power managementUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting StandbyInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using power schemesViewing the current scheme Setting password protection upon exiting Standby Using external AC powerSelecting a different power scheme Customizing power schemesConnecting the AC adapter Using battery powerInserting or removing the battery Displaying the remaining battery chargeCharging 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 Discharge the battery Disable Hibernation and StandbyStoring a battery Conserving battery powerFully recharge the battery Reenable Hibernation and StandbyShutting down the device Disposing of a used batteryInternet 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 HP Wireless Assistant software Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanUse a wireless transmitter with built-in security Connecting to a WlanRoaming to another network Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyRemoving 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 Video Connecting an external monitor or projectorWebcam Security Using passwordsProtecting the device Passwords set in Setup Utility Passwords set in WindowsPower-on password Administrator passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Inserting a digital card Digital cardsStopping and removing a digital card Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceUSB devices Stopping and removing a USB device Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the keyboard Pointing devices and keyboardFunction Hotkey Initiating Standby fn+f1Decreasing screen brightness fn+f3 Switching the screen image fn+f2Increasing screen brightness fn+f4 Initiating QuickLock fn+f6Decreasing speaker sound fn+f10 Muting speaker sound fn+f8Increasing speaker sound fn+f11 Drives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Using optional external devices Using external drivesMemory modules Page Page Page Updating software Determining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Starting the Setup Utility Setup UtilityUsing the Setup Utility Changing the language of the Setup UtilityExiting the Setup Utility Restoring default settings in the Setup UtilityDisplaying system information System Configuration menu Setup Utility menusMain menu Security menuDiagnostics menu VGA IndexJacks SIM
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