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TITLE: |
HPQFlash for HP Notebook System BIOS (68YVD) - Windows-Based |
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VERSION: |
F.0A |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This package creates files that contain the HPQFlash utility and a binary image of the System BIOS (ROM) for the listed notebook models with a 68YVD Family ROM. The HPQFlash utility is used to locally flash the System BIOS on PCs operating in a Microsoft Windows Operating System environment. NOTE: To determine the ROM revision and ROM date, press F10 on the target notebook during startup to run the Setup Utility, and then view File/System Information. |
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PURPOSE: |
Routine |
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SOFTPAQ NUMBER: |
sp33276 |
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SUPERSEDES: |
sp32590 |
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EFFECTIVE DATE: |
14 June 2006 |
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CATEGORY: |
BIOS |
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SSM SUPPORTED: |
No |
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PRODUCT TYPE(S): |
Notebooks HARDWARE |
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PRODUCT MODEL(S): |
HP Compaq nc8430 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx8420 Notebook PC HP Compaq nw8440 Notebook PC |
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OPERATING SYSTEM(S): |
Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition (32-bit) Microsoft Windows XP Professional (32-bit) |
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LANGUAGE(S): |
Global ENHANCEMENT(S): - Updates microcode to support new factory-installed processors. |
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FIXES: |
- Fixes issue where a notebook Powers On automatically when the following conditions are met: * The notebook is connected to AC power and has the main battery removed. * The notebook is Powered On and the AC power is removed during the startup (boot) process. * AC power is reapplied to the notebook, at which point the notebook automatically Powers On. |
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PREREQUISITES: |
None |
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HOW TO USE: |
1. Download the SoftPaq .EXE file to a directory on your hard drive. 2. Execute the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions. Copyright (c) 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. |