Internet Software; Downloading System Rom - HP Compaq Presario,Presario R4000 Hardware And Software Manual

Software Updates and Recovery

Internet Software

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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
update—for example, an application update.

Downloading System ROM

CAUTION: To prevent serious damage to the notebook or an unsuccessful
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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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