Appendix B: Softpaqs; Unpacking A Softpaq File - HP 2510p - Compaq Business Notebook White Paper

Appendix B: SoftPaqs

Unpacking a SoftPaq file

Several switches can be used when unpacking a SoftPaq file.
Sp#####.exe –pdf –f<path> -s
SP####.exe is the Softpaq to unpack.
-pdf is a run time switch that overrides the build parameters.
-f<Path> is a run time switch that overrides the default path set at build time.
-s instructs the package to unpack in silent mode skipping the welcome, license and directory screens.
Descriptions of the software used on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in Table 4.
Table 4 SoftPaq descriptions
Name
ADI SoundMax Audio Driver
Ethernet Drivers
Modem Drivers
Video Drivers
Synaptics TouchPad Driver
Essential System Updates
System Default Settings
System ROMPaq
Quick Launch Button Software
Description
Enables the integrated Audio hardware
Enables integrated NIC devices select models
Enables integrated modem devices select models
Enables the integrated video hardware
Provides added functionality for the touchpad device
This package contains required software patches which
enhance the stability of the system
Changes operating system settings to match HP defaults
System Firmware
Enables the Quick Launch Buttons on the internal keyboard