1–6 Software Update, Backup and Recovery
Software updates
Downloading and installing other software
To download and install software other than a BIOS update:
1. Access the page on the HP Web site that provides software
for your computer:
❏ Click a software update link in the Help and Support
Center.
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❏ Visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support and click
Download drivers and software to download the
software for your computer model.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen to find the software you
want to update.
3. At the download area, select the software you want and
follow the download instructions on the Web page.
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Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive
where the software will be downloaded. You may need to
access this path when you are ready to install the software.
4. When the download is complete, open Windows Explorer by
selecting Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows
Explorer.