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NOTE: On select products, the selections might display Restore Defaults instead of Apply Factory

Defaults and Exit.

Your changes go into eect when the computer restarts.

NOTE: Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restore the factory settings.

Updating the BIOS

Updated versions of the BIOS might be available on the HP website.

Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed les called SoftPaqs.

Some download packages contain a le named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing

and troubleshooting the le.

Determining the BIOS version

To decide whether you need to update Computer Setup (BIOS), rst determine the BIOS version on your

computer.

You can access BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) by pressing fn+esc (if you

are already in Windows) or by using Computer Setup.

1. Start Computer Setup. See Starting Computer Setup on page 60.

2. Select Main, and then select System Information.

3. To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes, select Main, select Ignore Changes and

Exit, and then select Yes.

NOTE: If you are using arrow keys to highlight your choice, you must then press enter.

To check for later BIOS versions, see Downloading a BIOS update on page 61.

Downloading a BIOS update

IMPORTANT: 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 on 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.

1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.

– or –

Select the question mark icon in the taskbar.

2. Select Updates, and then select Check for updates and messages.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

4. At the download area, follow these steps:

Using Computer Setup 61

HP mt22 User Manual

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