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

VERSION: F.0E
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: sp33996
SUPERSEDES: sp33771
EFFECTIVE DATE: 27 September 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): 
- Adds support for new factory-installed LCD panels.

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.