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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, 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 Sleep or Hibernation.

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

1.Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software for your computer: Windows 7—Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain.

Windows XP—Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update.

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. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps:

1.Windows 7—Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > Computer. Windows XP—Open Windows Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer.

2.Double-click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:).

3.Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the update.

4.Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). The BIOS installation begins.

5.Complete the installation by following the on-screen instructions.

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Contents HP Envy First Edition April Document Part Number Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Setup Utility Bios Power cord set requirements Viii Product description Category Description Product NameProcessors ChipsetMemory Category Description PanelHard drives Optical drives Category DescriptionAudio and video Power Category Description EthernetExternal media CardServiceability Operating system PreinstalledSecurity External component identification Top componentsDisplay components Component DescriptionComponent Description Internal display switch Closed while the power is onButton Outside of the computerKeys Fn keyLights TouchPad Front components Left-side components Television audio Right-side components Bottom components Illustrated parts catalog Service tag Computer major components Power button board includes cable Power connector cableDescription Spare part Number USB/Card Reader board includes cableBattery RTC batteryDescription Spare part Number Plastics Kit, includes GB solid-state driveWlan module Display assembly subcomponents Plastics Kit Mass storage devices Description Spare part Number Optical driveMiscellaneous parts Power cordScrew Kit Sequential part number listing Spare part Description NumberSequential part number listing Material 604064-001 USB/Card Reader board includes cable 608650-001 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirementsService considerations Tools requiredGrounding guidelines Drive handlingEnww Packaging and transporting guidelines Equipment guidelines Material Use Voltage protection levelComponent replacement procedures Service tagComputer feet Battery Primary hard drive Enww Enww RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 602745-001Memory module Enww Secondary hard drive Enww Enww Enww Wlan module Enww Keyboard Enww Top cover Enww Enww Power button board Keyboard see Keyboard on Top cover see Top cover onUSB/Card Reader board Optical drive Enww Power connector cable 603771-001 System boardMaterial Enww Enww Enww Fan/heat sink assembly Enww Processor Enww Speakers Subwoofer Display assembly Enww Enww Enww Enww Enww Enww Setup Utility Bios Starting Setup UtilityUsing Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Restoring factory default settings in Setup UtilityExiting Setup Utility Display system informationUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Enww Specifications Computer specificationsInch, WVA, FHD, LED AntiGlare display specifications Inch, SVA, HD+, LED AntiGlare display specifications Hard drive specifications Applicable disc Read Write Access timeCache buffer Data transfer rate Transfer mode CD-DA, CD+EG, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXTBackup and recovery Page Recovering using the dedicated partition select models only Performing a system recoveryRecovering using the recovery discs Using Windows Backup and Restore Backing up your informationUsing system restore points When to create restore pointsConnector pin assignments Pin SignalAudio-in microphone Audio-out headphoneExternal monitor Hdmi RJ-45 network Universal Serial BusPower cord set requirements Requirements for all countriesRequirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note numberRecycling BatteryDisplay Enww Display Enww Enww Enww Index Left-side components Light components USB
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