Software Updates And Restorations; Updating Software - HP Compaq tc1000 Software Manual

Updating Software

For optimal tablet PC performance and to make sure the tablet PC
remains compatible with changing technologies, Compaq
strongly recommends that you install the latest versions of
Compaq software as they become available.
To update any software, an optional keyboard and pointing device
must be available. Compaq recommends that you use an optional
tablet PC keyboard. The tablet PC keyboard provides both key
and mouse functions while retaining the availability of both USB
ports on the tablet PC.
To update Compaq software:
1. Prepare for any update by identifying your tablet PC type,
series or family, and model. Prepare for a system ROM
(read-only memory) or KBC (keyboard controller)
ROM update by identifying the ROM versions currently
installed on the tablet PC.
2. Access the updates on your local Compaq Web site or the
Compaq Support Software CD.
3. Download and install the updates.
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System ROM stores the BIOS (basic input output system). The
BIOS determines how the tablet PC hardware interacts with the
operating system and external devices and also supports such
tablet PC services as time and date. KBC ROM stores the parts of
the BIOS that support input features such as the pen, some
buttons, and an optional keyboard.
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