Downloading And Installing An Update; Downloading A Rom Update - HP Compaq Notebook Series Startup Manual

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Software Updates, Restorations and Utilities

Downloading and Installing an Update

Most software at the Compaq Web site is packaged in a
compressed file called a SoftPaq. Some ROM updates may be
packaged in a compressed file called a RomPaq. Other ROM
updates may be provided as a CPQFlash SoftPaq.
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 English only.
The following sections provide instructions for downloading and
installing:
A ROM update.
A SoftPaq containing an update other than a ROM update.
Downloading and Installing a ROM Update
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 or a DC
cable. (Do not download or install a ROM update while the notebook is
docked or running on battery power.) During the download and
installation:
Do not unplug the notebook from the electrical outlet.
Do not shut down the notebook or initiate Standby or Hibernation.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable,
or cord.

Downloading a ROM Update:

1. Access the page at the Compaq Web site that provides
software for your notebook: Select Start > Help and Support,
then select a software update link. Or, visit the Compaq
Web Site at:
http://www.compaq.com/consumersupport
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