TITLE: HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series ROM Update VERSION: 1.11.xx DESCRIPTION: This SoftPaq contains the ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for the iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series. The Utility performs the following: - Backs up the current ROM image, if desired. - Restores a previous ROM image, if desired. - Replaces the current ROM image on the device with an updated version. IMPORTANT: This update utility is designed to replace the current ROM image and erase the partnership and all user data and programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC. It is important for you to read and understand the information in the Readme file included with this update. NOTE: A WLAN firmware update, minimum version 0.100.5.39, is required for some of the enhancements and fixes. This firmware update will be available in a separate SoftPaq on www.hp.com on the support and drivers page. The WLAN firmware update must be installed AFTER installing this ROM update. DO NOT attempt to install the WLAN firmware update before installing this ROM update. PURPOSE: Recommended Update SOFTPAQ NUMBER: SP25872 SUPERSEDES: SP25865, SP24088 EFFECTIVE DATE: June 6, 2003 CATEGORY: BIOS SSM SUPPORTED: No PRODUCT TYPE(S): Handhelds PRODUCT MODEL(S): iPAQ Pocket PC h5450 iPAQ Pocket PC h5455 OPERATING SYSTEM(S): Microsoft Windows for Pocket PC 2002 LANGUAGE(S): German ENHANCEMENTS: - This ROM Upgrade Utility supports Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7.1 - Adds SDIO support - Updates IPSM driver to latest version - Updates iPAQ Image Viewer to latest version (display large picture files) - Updates iPAQ Backup to latest version - Updates iTASK to latest version - Updates Bluetooth Software (UI and Bluetooth ActiveSync improvements) - Updates Nevo Software components to enable web download This ROM version also contains the following previously released updates: - iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series ROM Update v1.10 - iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 headset volume improvement - iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Nevo Update - iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Battery Driver - iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 WLAN Driver Update FIXES: - Improves Virtual Memory utilization for both WLAN and Bluetooth Software - Updates Expansion Pack manager driver to support GSM/GPRS Wireless Pack - WLAN Software and driver improvements: - Improves WLAN performance - Adds LEAP authentication client support (requires firmware update, minimum version 0.100.5.39) - Reduces memory footprint - Improves IP address connection - Fixes lockup caused by multiple instances of UI - Adds support for NDIS OIDS to simplify connection manager - Allows co-existence between the WLAN utility and a Wireless connection - Fixes profile bug in WLAN for first time setup - Updates Fingerprint SW to prevent potential security problem - Adds support for Multicast - Enables an 802.11b connection with a WLAN Access Point that supports both 802.11b and 802.11g (requires firmware update, minimum version 0.100.5.39) - Updates Battery driver to improve battery performance - Updates ROM lock code to prevent ROM image from being written over improperly during debug (Developer issue) - Updates SD driver to support additional cards - Updates the bootloader to enable automatic flash mode entry during a ROM update KNOWN ISSUES: - When the WLAN is associated to an access point, the device will not disassociate and connect to another access point unless the device detects zero signal strength. - While the WLAN is connected to LEAP, 0.0.0.0 IP address may be reported but connection is still maintained. - Bluetooth "OBEX File Transfer" service displays invalid characters for German ROM PREREQUISITES: - Synchronization software such as Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 or later - A WLAN firmware update, minimum version 0.100.5.39, is required for some of the enhancements and fixes. This firmware update will be available in a separate SoftPaq on www.hp.com on the support and drivers page. The WLAN firmware update must be installed AFTER installing this ROM update. DO NOT attempt to install the WLAN firmware update before installing this ROM update. HOW TO USE: 1. Download the SoftPaq to a directory on your hard drive. The file downloaded is a self-extracting executable with a filename based on the SoftPaq Number above. 2. Execute the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to unpacking the ROM Update files to a directory (NOTE: this directory should not contain any file or folder from any previous ROM Upgrade). 3. Establish an Activesync connection between your iPAQ Pocket PC and host PC through either the USB or Serial connection. 4. Execute the RUU.exe file in the directory created in step 2 above to begin the upgrade process and follow the instructions displayed by the ROM Upgrade Utility. 5. You may delete the self-extracting file downloaded in step 1 if you wish. INSTALLATION NOTES: 1. During the update, the ROM Update Utility will: - Query your device for current ROM image information. - Validate that the new ROM image is compatible with your device. - Allow you to back up your current ROM image. - Automatically place the iPAQ in flash mode. - Update or restore a ROM image on your device. - Require that you press Reset at the end which performs a Full reset to complete the process. 2. Important: Disable the standby and hibernation modes on your host PC. If standby or hibernation are activated during the upgrade process, a critical error may occur. 3. Important: Plan for enough time to start and complete the update process. The total time to perform a ROM backup and a ROM update is estimated to be as follows: *USB - 20 minutes *Serial - 90 minutes 4. Important: Do not interact with your device or remove it from AC power or the cradle/cable once the status bar appears on the iPAQ and the actual update has started. 5. If an error message is displayed during the process, follow any available instructions to correct the condition and start the utility again. 6. The update process can be performed while connected to a host PC as a Guest or with an established partnership. Copyright (c) 2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.