TITLE: HPQFlash for HP Notebook System BIOS (68DTU) - Windows-Based VERSION: F.09 DESCRIPTION: This package creates files that contain the HPQFlash utility and a binary image of the System BIOS (ROM) for the listed notebook models with a 68DTU Family ROM. The HPQFlash utility is used to locally flash the System BIOS on notebooks operating in a Microsoft Windows Operating System environment. NOTE: To determine the ROM family and ROM date, press F10 on the target notebook during startup to run the Setup Utility, and then view File/System Information. NOTE: After installing this SoftPaq, you must reset the system defaults to the original settings. Instructions are provided in the HOW TO USE section. PURPOSE: Routine SOFTPAQ NUMBER: SP30666 SUPERSEDES: SP30277 EFFECTIVE DATE: 08 June 2005 CATEGORY: BIOS SSM SUPPORTED: No PRODUCT TYPE(S): Notebooks PRODUCT MODEL(S): HP Compaq nc6220 Notebook PC OPERATING SYSTEM(S): Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition (32-bit) Microsoft Windows XP Professional (32-bit) LANGUAGE(S): Global ENHANCEMENT(S): - Updates Intel Memory Reference Code to version 1.9. - Enables "Ambient Light Sensor" as default. FIXES: - Fixes intermittent issue where the integrated NIC is not listed in the Device Manager after resuming from Hibernation mode. - Changes name of “SD slot” field in F10 Setup Utility to “Flash media reader.” - Fixes issue with external monitor where the only certain video resolutions are allowed. - Fixes issue with European keyboard. - Fixes restart (boot) issue that occurred with specific CD media. - Fixes issue with serial port. PREREQUISITES: N/A HOW TO USE: 1. Download the SoftPaq .EXE file to a directory on your hard drive. 2. Execute the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions. Resetting System Defaults After upgrading the BIOS, the system settings must be restored to the original default settings. To do this, complete the following steps: 1. Access system setup by pressing F10 when the HP logo is displayed during system startup (boot). 2. Use the keyboard arrow keys to move left or right to highlight "File" in the main menu bar. 3. When the File menu is displayed, scroll down to highlight “Restore defaults” and press Enter. Then press F10 to confirm the change. 4. Press F10 again, and then press Enter to "Save changes and exit." 5. When prompted to "Save Changes," press F10 again to restart the system. Copyright (c) 2005 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.