HP 355 G2 User Manual

12 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC
Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)
Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and
output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup
Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the
computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)
To start Setup Utility (BIOS), turn on or restart the computer, quickly press esc, and then press f10.
NOTE: Use extreme care when making changes in Setup Utility (BIOS). Errors can prevent the
computer from operating properly.
Updating the BIOS
Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website.
Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called
SoftPaqs .
Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding
installing and troubleshooting the file.
Determining the BIOS version
To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than those currently
installed on the computer, you need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed.
BIOS version information (also known as
ROM date and System BIOS ) can be revealed by pressing
fn+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Setup Utility (BIOS).
1. Start Setup Utility (BIOS) (see
Starting Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 64).
2. To exit Setup Utility (BIOS) without saving your changes, use the arrow keys to select Exit,
select Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
3. Select Yes.
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.
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HP 355 G2 Specifications

General

Form factor	Clamshell
Product type	Laptop
Product color	Black, Silver
Country of origin	China
Processor cache	2 MB
Processor cores	4
Processor family	AMD A4
Processor frequency	1.8 GHz
Processor cache type	L2
Processor manufacturer	AMD
Motherboard chipset	-
Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory	4 GB
Memory clock speed	1600 MHz
Internal memory type	DDR3L-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	- GB
Memory layout (slots x size)	1 x 4 GB
HDD speed	5400 RPM
HDD interface	SATA
Storage media	HDD
Optical drive type	DVD Super Multi DL
Card reader integrated	Yes
Total storage capacity	500 GB
Number of HDDs installed	1
Display diagonal	15.6 \
Display resolution	1366 x 768 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Discrete graphics card model	AMD Radeon R5 M240
Discrete graphics card memory	2 GB
Discrete graphics memory type	GDDR3
Audio system	DTS Sound+
Number of built-in speakers	2
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version	4.0
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Charging port type	DC-in jack
DisplayPorts quantity	0
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Pointing device	Touchpad
Operating system installed	FreeDOS
Battery capacity	41 Wh
Battery life (max)	- h
AC adapter power	65 W

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	384 mm
Width	261 mm
Height	23.1 mm
Weight	2300 g