Updating the Bios, Determining the Bios version | HP 8440P instruction

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

BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Computer Setup.

To use Computer Setup for displaying BIOS information, follow these steps:

1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

2.Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.

3.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > System Information.

4.Press esc to return to the File menu.

5.Click Exit in the lower-left corner of the screen, and follow the on-screen instructions.

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Use the arrow keys to select File > Ignore changes and exit, 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 Sleep or Hibernation.

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

To download a BIOS update:

NOTE: BIOS updates are posted as needed. A newer BIOS update may not be available for your computer. It is recommended that you check the HP Web site periodically for BIOS updates.

1.Open your Web browser, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your country or region.

2.Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the product box, and then press enter.

3.Click your specific product from the models listed.

4.Click your operating system.

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HP EliteBook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Adjusting the volume Power management Drives Security 151 Xii Features Identifying hardwareTop components Pointing devices Lights Component Description Rapidly Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power Options Keys Front components Fn key Rear components Right-side components Left-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Identifying the labels Additional hardware componentsPage Wireless, modem, and local area network Using wireless devices select models only Using the wireless controls Identifying wireless and network iconsUsing the wireless button Using Wireless Assistant software select models only Using HP Connection Manager select models only Using operating system controls Setting up a Wlan Using a Wlan device select models onlyProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Roaming to another network Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIM select models only Removing a SIM select models only Page Using a Bluetooth wireless device select models only Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Troubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot create a Wlan connection Network icon is not displayed Cannot connect to a preferred networkCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to the wireless router Wlan connection is very weak Using the modem select models only Connecting a modem cable purchased separately Adding new locations when traveling Selecting a location settingViewing the current location selection Solving travel connection problems Select Start Devices and Printers Click Properties Connecting to a local area network LAN Using the keyboard Using pointing devicesPointing devices and keyboard Displaying system information Initiating Sleep Switching the screen image Viewing battery charge informationDecreasing screen brightness Increasing screen brightness Using HP QuickLook Using keypads Using the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypadSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, and vents Adjusting the volume Multimedia featuresMultimedia Multimedia software Click Customize notification icons Accessing your preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a disc Audio Connecting external audio devicesChecking your audio functions Page Connecting an external monitor or projector Using the external monitor portUsing the DisplayPort VideoPage Optical drive select models only Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDsIdentifying the optical drive Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs CD-R discsCD-RW discs DVD±R discs Playing a CD, DVD, or BD DVD±RW discsLightScribe DVD+R discs Blu-ray Discs BDs Configuring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settings Observing the copyright warning Copying a CD, DVD, or BD Creating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Troubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not play Disc does not play automatically Movie stops, skips, or plays erratically Movie is not visible on an external display Device driver must be reinstalled Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Adjusting webcam properties Webcam select models only Capturing business card images Page Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting Sleep Using power plans Using the battery meterInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting password protection on wakeup Viewing the current power planSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plans Using external AC power Using Power Assistant select models onlyStarting Power Assistant Using battery power Connecting the AC adapter Finding battery information in Help and Support Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levels Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Fully charge the battery Calibrating a batteryDisable Hibernation and Sleep Fully recharge the battery Discharge the batteryReenable Hibernation and Sleep Conserving battery power Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Replacing the battery Power management Testing an AC adapter Shutting down the computerPage Drives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Page Using Disk Cleanup Using Disk DefragmenterImproving hard drive performance Using HP 3D DriveGuard Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status Using HP 3D DriveGuard software Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay Page Page Removing the protective insert Replacing a drive in the upgrade bayReplacing a hard drive Page Page Replacing an optical drive Page Page Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceExternal devices Using USB legacy support Removing a USB device Connecting a 1394 device Using a 1394 deviceRemoving a 1394 device Page Using external drives Using optional external devices Using a docking device External media cards Using SD Card Reader cardsInserting a digital card Using ExpressCards select models only Configuring an ExpressCardRemoving a digital card Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Inserting a smart card Removing a smart card Memory modules Page Page Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Security Protecting the computer Setting passwords in Windows Using passwordsSetting passwords in Computer Setup Bios administrator password Managing a Bios administrator password Using Computer Setup DriveLock Entering a Bios administrator password Setting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Entering an Automatic DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLockRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Viewing Computer Setup System Information Using Computer Setup security featuresSecuring system devices Using Computer Setup System IDs Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing a security cable Software updates Updating software Determining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Click Download Using SoftPaq Download Manager Backup and recovery Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and Restore Backing up your information Backup and recovery Performing a recovery Using the Windows recovery tools Using f11 recovery tools Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately Select Repair your computer Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupUsing Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Computer Setup menus Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup File menu Security menu System Configuration menu User Management requires a Bios administrator password USB port to the computer Enable/disable Preboot Authentication on HP QuickLook Ansi MultiBoot About the boot device order Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt Dynamically choosing a boot deviceEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Management and printing Using Client Management Solutions Configuring and deploying a software imageManaging and updating software HP Client Automation select models only HP SSM System Software Manager Using the HP Universal Print Driver Symbols/Numerics Index DVD-ROM Jacks Ssid Wireless Assistant