HP 731179-151 User Manual
NOTE:
You can also determine the BIOS version by turning on or restarting the computer, pressing
the
esc
key while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is displayed at the bottom of the
screen, and then pressing the
f1
key. Follow the on-screen instructions to exit this screen.
Downloading a BIOS update
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download
and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC
adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power,
docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the
download and installation, follow these instructions:
Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Suspend or Hibernation.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
1.
Open your web browser. For U.S. support, go to
. For
worldwide support, go to
2.
Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want
to download.
3.
Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your computer model number in the
product box, and then press
enter
. Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and
access the BIOS update you want to download.
4.
Click your specific product from the models listed.
5.
Click the appropriate operating system.
6.
Go to the BIOS section and download the BIOS software package.
7.
Follow the installation instructions as provided with the downloaded BIOS software package.
NOTE:
After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the
downloaded file from your hard drive.
HP Sure Start
Select Intel-based 2013 HP Business Notebook PCs offer HP Sure Start, which provides hardware-
based assurance of the following:
●
HP-approved firmware is running on the HP Embedded Controller (EC) – EC Options in BIOS
found under “BIOS Integrity Checking”
●
An HP-approved BIOS is running on the host processor
HP Sure Start verifies the integrity of critical, non-executable platform data residing in the main flash
and provides selfhealing mechanisms to restore any code or critical platform data that has been lost or
is corrupted within the flash.
HP Sure Start
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