TITLE: HPQFlash for HP Notebook System BIOS (68BDD ROM) - Windows-based

VERSION: F.0E
DESCRIPTION:
This SoftPaq creates files that contain the HPQFlash utility and a binary image
of the System BIOS for the notebook models listed below with a 68BDD Family ROM. The
HPQFlash utility is used to locally flash the System BIOS on PCs through a
Windows environment. The ROM Family and ROM date can be determined by running
the Setup Utility by pressing F10 on the target computer during system power
on of the computer, and viewing File/System Information.

PURPOSE: Recommended
SOFTPAQ NUMBER: SP27725
SUPERSEDES: SP27573
EFFECTIVE DATE: April 22, 2004
CATEGORY: BIOS
SSM SUPPORTED: No

PRODUCT TYPE(S):
Notebooks

PRODUCT MODEL(S):
HP Compaq Business Notebook nc6000

OPERATING SYSTEM(S):
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit Home
Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit Professional

LANGUAGE(S):
Global

ENHANCEMENTS:
- Adds BIOS password enable/disable options under the Security category in F10 Setup.
- Updates microcode for supporting Intel Pentium M 1.5/1.6-GHz CPU.

FIXES:
- Fixes issue where system should remain in Standby but incorrectly resumes as soon as it
is undocked from the Port Replicator with a USB device attached.
- Adds thermal notifications to restore proper cooling protocol under high CPU utilization
when resuming from suspend or hibernate mode.

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.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT TURN OFF POWER TO THE COMPUTER WHILE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE!