Software Updates and Recovery
Internet Software
✎This section describes the software updates available at the Compaq Web site. For information about connecting to the Internet using the Internet software included with the notebook, refer to the “Connect to the Internet” section in the printed Getting Started guide included with your notebook.
Most software at the Compaq Web site is packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some ROM updates may be packaged in compressed files called ROMPaqs.
Most download packages contain a file named Readme.txt. A Readme.txt file contains detailed descriptive, installation, and troubleshooting information about the download. The Readme.txt files included with ROMPaqs are in English only.
The following sections provide instructions for downloading and installing
■A ROM update.
■A SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM
Downloading System ROM
ÄCAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a ROM update only while the notebook is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. (Do not download or install a ROM update while the notebook is docked in an optional docking device or running on battery power.) During the download and installation:
■Do not unplug the notebook from the AC outlet.
■Do not shut down the notebook or initiate standby or hibernation.
■Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
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