1.
Start Setup Utility (BIOS) (see
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 69
).
2.
Select
Main
, and then make note of your BIOS version.
3.
Select
Exit
, select
Exit Discarding Changes
, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Downloading a BIOS update
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and
install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter.
Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an
optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation,
follow these instructions:
●
Do not disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
●
Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep.
●
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
NOTE:
If your computer is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any
software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
1.
From the Start screen, type
support
, and then select the
HP Support Assistant
app.
‒
or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in the taskbar area of the Windows desktop.
2.
Click
Updates and tune-ups
, and then click
Check for HP updates now
.
3.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4.
At the download area, follow these steps:
a.
Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it to the BIOS version currently installed on
your computer. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the date, name, or
other identifier. You may need this information to locate the update later, after it has been
downloaded to your hard drive.
b.
Follow the on-screen instructions to download your selection to the hard drive.
If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on your hard
drive where the BIOS update is downloaded. You will need to access this path when you are ready
to install the update.
BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that appear on the screen after the download is
complete. If no instructions appear, follow these steps:
1.
From the Start screen, type
file
, and then select
File Explorer
.
‒
or –
From the Windows desktop, right-click the
Start
button, and then select
File Explorer
.
2.
Click your hard drive designation. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk (C:).
3.
Using the hard drive path you recorded earlier, open the folder on your hard drive that contains the
update.
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Chapter 8 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) in Windows 8.1
Summary of Contents for Pavilion 2159m
Page 1: ...HP Pavilion Notebook AMD Maintenance and Service Guide ...
Page 4: ...iv Safety warning notice ...
Page 8: ...14 Recycling 97 Index 99 viii ...
Page 12: ...4 Chapter 1 Product description ...
Page 32: ...24 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog ...
Page 40: ...32 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self Repair parts ...
Page 80: ...72 Chapter 8 Using Setup Utility BIOS in Windows 8 1 ...
Page 88: ...80 Chapter 10 Backing up restoring and recovering in Windows 8 1 ...
Page 100: ...92 Chapter 12 Specifications ...
Page 104: ...96 Chapter 13 Power cord set requirements ...
Page 106: ...98 Chapter 14 Recycling ...
Page 110: ...102 Index ...