HP Evo n800w - Notebook PC driver and firmware
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Hard Drive White Paper - Page 3
... the esc key.
The F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test enhancement is available as a commercial notebook system BIOS upgrade. Please visit the HP Web site at http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html to download the latest BIOS update. HP recommends the latest system BIOS upgrade be applied to all currently shipping notebooks, in addition to the Evo N400 and Evo N600 series. Refer to...
Hard Drive White Paper - Page 5
... for Notebook Users
• Install HP Notebook LidSwitch Policy, or as an alternative, place the notebook into Standby mode before transporting it from one location to another.
• Upgrade to the latest system BIOS, as given in the "F10 Setup Hard Drive Self-Test" section. • Whenever possible, adjust power management settings (power schemes) in Control Panel to permit
the hard drive to...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks - Page 1
...software 4 Preparing for installation ...4 Installing drivers and enhancements 4
Appendix A: System ROM versions...5 Determining the ROM version using Setup 5 Determining the ROM version using HP Diagnostics for Windows 5 Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information 6 Determining the ROM version using QuickLaunch Buttons for Windows 6 Creating a ROMPaq diskette ...6 Upgrading...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks - Page 2
Introduction
Purpose
This document focuses on the testing and support provided by HP for Microsoft Windows XP and Service Pack 2 on HP business notebook products.
Service Pack 2 (SP2) is the latest and most comprehensive update available for Microsoft® Windows XP. SP2 is considered a recommended upgrade; we suggest that each customer review SP2 documentation, and then determine whether to ...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks - Page 3
... Support Software CD is updated monthly and available by annual subscription or as a one-time purchase. You can also download all files, including the most current available ROM for the platform, from the HP website www.hp.com. See Appendix A for information on determining the current ROM version and how to update.
Installation
Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2
IMPORTANT Follow the instructions...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks - Page 4
...the system for instructions.)
2. Install SP2 (See note below).
Note Contact the Network Administrators to properly set up the networking and security components of Microsoft Windows SP2. Refer to the Microsoft website for complete SP2 installation instructions.
3. Install the updated drivers and enhancements from the HP Software Support CD or the HP website at http://www.hp.com/support/files. See...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks - Page 6
..." in this appendix; otherwise, proceed to "Upgrading the ROM."
Creating a ROMPaq diskette
Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from http://www.hp.com/support/files After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the download page to create a ROMPaq diskette.
Upgrading the ROM
1. Connect the computer to external power. 2. Place the ROMPaq diskette into the diskette...
Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks - Page 8
... models • Resolution: Install the latest version of Support Software for Bluetooth.
Quick Launch Buttons
• Anomaly: Unable to uninstall using Windows Add/Remove Programs. • Description: An error message appears when Quick Launch Buttons is uninstalled using Windows
Add/Remove Programs • Systems Affected: All models • Resolution: Update to the latest version of Quick...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 1
... Anomalies 4 UPDATES IN SP1 6 INSTALLATION GUIDE 6 System Requirements 6 Check and Upgrade BIOS......... 6 Using the Integrated Installation Method to Install Windows XP and Service Pack 1 8 Software Delivery 9 Frequently Asked Questions ... 10 References 10
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
Abstract: This document focuses on the testing and support provided by...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 4
... occur with other third party media playback software.
Systems Affected: All Evo notebooks using WinDVD or other third party media playback software
Resolution:
Open WinDVD, select Properties, go to the General tab, go to Player Settings and enable the check box for Auto play. When a DVD movie is placed in the drive, the WinDVD option should return and...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 6
... Space Requirements for the Service Pack listed in the htm file on the Windows XP SP1 CD or SP1 stand alone CD.
Check and Upgrade BIOS
Note: Upgrade your BIOS before installing Windows XP.
1. Start your system using the current operating system. (See Appendix A for instructions if no OS is installed.)
2. Check for Current BIOS using either: • Computer Setup • Simultaneously pressing...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 7
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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IMPORTANT: System ROM BIOS should be updated with the latest ROMPaq version compatible with Microsoft Windows XP SP 1. Previous versions may produce anomalies.
Table 1. Compaq SoftPaqs for Microsoft Windows XP
Model Evo N1005 Evo N1000 Evo N800 Evo N610c Evo N600c Evo N410c Evo N400c Evo N200 Evo N180 Evo N160 Evo N115 Armada M700 ...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 9
... Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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Software Delivery
Delivery methods for software updates available for Compaq commercial computers include:
• Compaq Support Software CD • Compaq Worldwide Web Site and Download Facility
Compaq Support Software CD
The Compaq Support Software CD (SSCD) includes updated drivers and utilities for Compaq commercial notebook, desktop...
Windows XP SP1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks - Page 10
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 on Compaq Evo Notebooks
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I upgrade to Service Pack 1? Each customer's computing environment is different. While a number of enhancements have been provided with SP1, these may not improve performance for all customers. Compaq and Microsoft recommend that ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 3
... image include: • New audio and video drivers for the ESS Allegro audio and ATI graphics chipset • Updated MultiBay drivers to support enhanced swapping capabilities with Windows 98 • Updated DVD movie playback software • Support for
• Evo Notebook N600c Mobile Intel Pentium III 1.06 GHz and 866 MHz models • Evo Notebook N400c Mobile Intel Pentium III 850 MHz...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 5
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Table 2. Windows NT 4.0 Software Component Version Comparison
Software Component
Armada Family Preinstall-C
3Com Etherlink 3C905C 5.11 A 10/100 PCI NIC
Allegro Audio Driver
N/A
Altiris Express Client
4.10 B
Armada Netflex-3 Ethernet Drivers
2.00 A
ATI Video Driver (NT 4.0) 4.00 A
ATI Video M6 Driver
N/A
(Windows NT)
CardWare
2.12 C (preloaded)
Compaq Application Installer
1.00...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 7
... 2000 Professional with Service Pack Two is the preinstalled operating system for Evo N400c 850 MHz and N600c models. Compaq also supports customers who install Windows 2000 on their own.
Table 3. Windows 2000 Software Component Version Comparison
Software Component
Armada Family Preinstall-C
3Com Etherlink 3C905C 10/100 PCI NIC Adobe Acrobat Reader Allegro Audio Driver Altiris Express Client...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 8
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview
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Table 3. Windows 2000 Software Component Version Comparison (continued)
Software Component
Armada Family Preinstall-C
Online Modem Commands Guide
1.00 A (CD)
Power Management
4.00 F
Remote Management
1.00 C
Safety and Comfort Guide 5.01 A (CD)
Security Management (Win32)
2.30 B (preloaded)
System Enhancements 3.00 A
Evo N400c (700 MHz) ...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 9
... the integrated audio hardware Enables internal modem and modem/NIC combination devices and supports Intel PCI NIC that is used in select Armada docking station models Provides support for MultiBay devices in the computer and docking base Enables the integrated network adapter on ArmadaStation I and II Allows users to customize power requirements of the computer to maximize battery life and set up...
Evo Notebook N600c Software Overview - Page 16
... drivers for MultiPort options included with the preinstall image?
Software for MultiPort devices is provided with the option kit and must be installed prior to use. MultiPort devices are only supported under Windows 98 and Windows 2000.
How can DVD movies be viewed on Evo Notebook models?
The Compaq DVD Solution is preloaded on new Evo family products. A software-based DVD decoder/player...