Installing Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 on HP Compaq Business Notebooks Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 2 Purpose .......................................................................................................................................... 2 Audience ........................................................................................................................................ 2 System requirements and prerequisites ................................................................................................... 2 System requirements ......................................................................................................................... 2 Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 3 Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 ................................................................................................ 3 Preparing for installation ................................................................................................................... 3 Installing the operating system and system software ............................................................................. 4 Preparing for installation ............................................................................................................... 4 Installing drivers and enhancements................................................................................................ 4 Appendix A: System ROM versions....................................................................................................... 5 Determining the ROM version using Setup........................................................................................... 5 Determining the ROM version using HP Diagnostics for Windows.......................................................... 5 Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information ........................................................ 6 Determining the ROM version using QuickLaunch Buttons for Windows.................................................. 6 Creating a ROMPaq diskette ............................................................................................................. 6 Upgrading the ROM......................................................................................................................... 6 Appendix B: SoftPaqs.......................................................................................................................... 7 Unpacking a SoftPaq file................................................................................................................... 7 Appendix C: Observed anomalies........................................................................................................ 8 Bluetooth......................................................................................................................................... 8 Quick Launch Buttons ....................................................................................................................... 8 Third Party Applications .................................................................................................................... 8 Appendix D: Questions and answers .................................................................................................... 9 For more information.......................................................................................................................... 10 Introduction Purpose This document focuses on the testing and support provided by HP for Microsoft Windows XP and Service Pack 2 on HP business notebook products. Service Pack 2 (SP2) is the latest and most comprehensive update available for Microsoft® Windows XP. SP2 is considered a recommended upgrade; we suggest that each customer review SP2 documentation, and then determine whether to deploy SP2 based on individual company needs. Audience This document is intended for HP personnel and customers needing information on Microsoft Windows XP and Service Pack 2 on HP business notebook products. System requirements and prerequisites System requirements Information regarding minimum hardware requirements for installing Microsoft Windows XP SP2 is available at http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?pr=windowsxpsp2. · Supported Systems ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Compaq nc8000 Compaq nc6000 Compaq nc4000/nc4010 Compaq nx5000 Compaq nx7000/7010 Compaq nx9000 Compaq nx9005 Compaq nx9010 Compaq nx9105 Compaq nx9100/9110 Compaq nx9500 Evo N800 Evo N620c Evo 610c Evo 410c IMPORTANT Back up all user data prior to installing Microsoft Windows XP SP 2. 2 You will need the following items before installing: · A supported system with Microsoft Windows XP o o Windows XP OS License for each PC SP2 is available through Windows update, as a download from the Microsoft website, or on CD from Microsoft. · Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 · The latest HP Support Software CD containing updated drivers and deliverables described in the section "Installation of HP Drivers and Enhancements" o Optionally, the software can be downloaded from the HP website at www.hp.com and burned onto a CD-R or CD-RW Note The HP Support Software CD is updated monthly and available by annual subscription or as a one-time purchase. You can also download all files, including the most current available ROM for the platform, from the HP website www.hp.com. See Appendix A for information on determining the current ROM version and how to update. Installation Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2 IMPORTANT Follow the instructions in the order provided. Failure to complete these steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable installation. This section provides guidelines for users who upgrade the preinstalled image of Microsoft Windows XP to SP2. Preparing for installation 1. 2. 3. 4. If docked, undock the unit. Disconnect all external peripherals and remove all PC card devices. Connect AC power. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for each system, follow the steps below. ­ Start the system using the current operating system (OS). ­ Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup or by pressing Fn+Esc after the OS boots. ­ Compare the current ROM version date to the latest ROMPaq release date on the HP website to ensure that you have the most recent version. If you do not have the most recent version, install the latest system ROM BIOS. Note Refer to the online download and installation instructions to complete the ROM upgrade. 3 Installing SP2 and system software updates Preparing for installation -- installing drivers and enhancements IMPORTANT Upgrade the system ROM before beginning the Windows XP Service Pack 2 installation. Drivers and enhancements installation Perform the following steps: If necessary, unbundle the preinstalled image. (Refer to the documentation included with the system for instructions.) 2. Install SP2 (See note below). 1. Note Contact the Network Administrators to properly set up the networking and security components of Microsoft Windows SP2. Refer to the Microsoft website for complete SP2 installation instructions. 3. Install the updated drivers and enhancements from the HP Software Support CD or the HP website at http://www.hp.com/support/files. See Table 1 for additional information. Table 1 Minimum Versions of Necessary Drivers and Enhancements (along with recommended installation order) Windows XP SP2 software components Support Software for Bluetooth by hp Support Software for Bluetooth MultiPort Module Quick Launch Button Software System Enhancements for SP2 Platforms All supported platforms All supported platforms All supported platforms All supported platforms Version 3.00 C 3.00 B 5.00 A 1.00 A 4. Restart the notebook PC. 4 Appendix A: System ROM versions Determining the ROM version using Setup Note The ROM versions listed in this document are current as of the white paper publication date. Use the HP Setup utility or HP Diagnostics for Windows to determine the system ROM version. Refer to Table 2 for the current ROM version. Table 2 ROM versions Portable family HP Compaq nc4000/nc4010 HP Compaq nc6000 HP Compaq nc8000 HP Compaq nx5000 HP Compaq nx7000/7010 HP Compaq nx9000 HP Compaq nx9005 HP Compaq nx9010 HP Compaq nx9105 HP Compaq nx9100/9110 Current ROM version F.2A F.0F F.0F F.0B F.42 KG.M1.17 KA.M1.59 KH.F.23 F.12 F.21 ! A block cursor displays in the upper right corner of the screen during startup. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press F10 when the block cursor displays. Scroll down using the down arrow key to highlight View System Information and press Enter. The System Information prompt appears. Make note of the ROM date and compare it to the date in Table 2. Press Esc to exit the ROM information screen. Scroll down using the down arrow key until Exit without Saving Changes is highlighted. Press Enter. Press F10 to confirm exiting the HP Utilities. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "Creating a ROMPaq Diskette" in this appendix. Otherwise, proceed to "Upgrading the ROM." Determining the ROM version using HP Diagnostics for Windows 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. If Diagnostics for Windows is installed on the notebook PC, the following steps can be used to determine the ROM version. Click StartSettingsControl Panel. Double-click the Diagnostics icon. Click the system icon (the leftmost icon on the icon bar near the top of the window). Scroll through the list until the System ROM information appears. Make note of the ROM version and compare it to listings in Table 2. 5 6. Close Diagnostics for Windows by clicking on the X in the upper right corner of the Diagnostics window. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "Creating a ROMPaq Diskette" in this appendix; otherwise, proceed to "Upgrading the ROM." Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information Click StartAll ProgramsAccessoriesSystem ToolsSystem Information under Windows XP. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. Make note of the ROM version and compare it to listings in Table 2. 3. Close Windows System Information by clicking on the X in the upper right corner of the window. 1. 2. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "Creating a ROMPaq Diskette" in this appendix; otherwise, proceed to "Upgrading the ROM." Determining the ROM version using QuickLaunch Buttons for Windows Press Fn (Function) and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. Make note of the ROM version and compare it to listings in Table 2. 3. Close HP System Information by clicking OK. 1. 2. If the ROM requires upgrading and the ROMPaq diskette is not available, see "Creating a ROMPaq Diskette" in this appendix; otherwise, proceed to "Upgrading the ROM." Creating a ROMPaq diskette Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from http://www.hp.com/support/files After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the download page to create a ROMPaq diskette. Upgrading the ROM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Connect the computer to external power. Place the ROMPaq diskette into the diskette drive and restart the computer. Press Enter at the Welcome to ROMPaq screen. Press Enter to select the System ROM. Press Enter to select the most current firmware image. Press Enter to continue. Press Enter to start the ROMPaq upgrade. Turn off the computer after the system ROM has been successfully reprogrammed. 6 Appendix B: SoftPaqs Unpacking a SoftPaq file Several switches can be used when unpacking a SoftPaq file. Sp#####.exe ­pdf ­f -s SP####.exe is the Softpaq to unpack. -pdf is a run time switch that overrides the build parameters. -f is a run time switch that overrides the default path set at build time. -s instructs the package to unpack in silent mode skipping the welcome, license and directory screens. Descriptions of the software used on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in Table 3. Table 3 SoftPaq descriptions Name Hot Key Support ADI SoundMax Audio Driver Ethernet Drivers Modem Drivers ATI Video Drivers Synaptics TouchPad Driver System Enhancements System ROMPaq Quick Launch Button Software HP WLAN W400-W500 Driver HP WLAN W400-W500 Atheros Client Utility Description Allows users to access BIOS and Operating System features. Enables the integrated Audio hardware. Enables integrated NIC devices select models. Enables integrated modem devices select models. Enables the integrated video software. Provides added functionality for the touchpad device. 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