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1.
Start Computer Setup. See
2.
Select Main, select Apply Factory Defaults and Exit, and then select Yes.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Defaults and Exit.
Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
NOTE:
Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restore the factory
settings.
Updating the BIOS
Updated versions of the BIOS might be available on the HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP
website are packaged in compressed files called
Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding
installing and troubleshooting the file.
Determining the BIOS version
To decide whether you need to update Computer Setup (BIOS), first determine the BIOS version on your
computer.
If you are already in Windows, you can access BIOS version information (also known as
System BIOS ) by pressing
1.
Start Computer Setup. See
2.
Select Main, and then select System Information.
3.
To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes, select Main, select Ignore Changes
and Exit, and then select Yes.
NOTE:
To check for later BIOS versions, see
Preparing for a BIOS update
Be sure to follow all prerequisites before downloading and installing a BIOS update.
IMPORTANT:
and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to the following types of reliable
external power:
●
The HP AC adapter provided with the computer (select products only)
●
A replacement AC adapter provided by HP
●
An AC adapter with the power rating specified on the product label
Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is operating under these circumstances:
●
Running on battery power
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Chapter 8 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start
Using Computer Setup on page
If you are using arrow keys to highlight your choice, you must then press enter.
On select products, the selections might display Restore Defaults instead of Apply Factory
fn+esc
(select products only). Or you can use Computer Setup.
Using Computer Setup on page
If you are using arrow keys to highlight your choice, you must then press enter.
To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download
SoftPaqs .
Preparing for a BIOS update on page
73.
ROM date and
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