TITLE: HPQFlash for HP Notebook System BIOS (68YVD) - Windows-Based

VERSION: F.0A
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 68YVD
Family ROM. The HPQFlash utility is used to locally flash the System BIOS on
PCs operating in a Microsoft Windows Operating System environment. 

NOTE: To determine the ROM revision and ROM date, press F10 on the target 
notebook during startup to run the Setup Utility, and then view File/System 
Information.

PURPOSE: Routine
SOFTPAQ NUMBER: sp33276
SUPERSEDES: sp32590
EFFECTIVE DATE: 14 June 2006
CATEGORY: BIOS
SSM SUPPORTED: No

PRODUCT TYPE(S):
Notebooks
 
HARDWARE PRODUCT MODEL(S): 
HP Compaq nc8430 Notebook PC
HP Compaq nx8420 Notebook PC
HP Compaq nw8440 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 microcode to support new factory-installed processors.

FIXES:
- Fixes issue where a notebook Powers On automatically when
  the following conditions are met:
  
   * The notebook is connected to AC power and has the main battery 
     removed.
   * The notebook is Powered On and the AC power is removed during the 
     startup (boot) process.
   * AC power is reapplied to the notebook, at which point the notebook
     automatically Powers On.

PREREQUISITES:
None
 
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.


Copyright (c) 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.