HP Pavilion g7 User Manual

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 displayed by pressing fn
+esc (if you are already in Windows) or by using Setup Utility.
1. Start Setup Utility.
2. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > System Information.
3. To exit Setup Utility without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of
the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File > Ignore Changes and Exit, and then press
enter.
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 or Hibernation.
Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord.
1. Windows 7—Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain.
Windows XP—Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers
update.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to identify your computer and access the BIOS update you want
to download.
3. At the download area, follow these steps:
a. Identify the BIOS update that is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your
computer. 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. 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.
NOTE: If you connect your computer to a network, consult the network administrator before
installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
104 Chapter 5 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics

HP Pavilion g7 Specifications

General

Bus type	DMI
Stepping	Q0
Tjunction	85 °C
Processor cache	2 MB
Processor cores	2
Processor model	B960
System bus rate	5 GT/s
Processor family	Intel® Pentium®
Processor series	Intel Pentium B900 Series for Mobile
Processor socket	Socket 988
Processor codename	Sandy Bridge
Processor frequency	2.2 GHz
Processor cache type	L3
Processor lithography	32 nm
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Processor front side bus	- MHz
PCI Express slots version	2.0
Processor operating modes	64-bit
ECC supported by processor	No
PCI Express configurations	1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	35 W
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)	22
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes	16
Motherboard chipset	-
Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory	4 GB
Internal memory type	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	6 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)	1 x 4 GB
AC adapter included	Yes
HDD size	2.5 \
HDD speed	5400 RPM
HDD interface	SATA
Storage media	HDD
Optical drive type	DVD Super Multi DL
Total storage capacity	500 GB
Compatible memory cards	MMC, SD, SDHC
Number of HDDs installed	1
Display surface	Gloss
Display diagonal	17.3 \
Display resolution	1600 x 900 pixels
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Discrete graphics card model	Not available
On-board graphics card model	Intel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card base frequency	650 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)	1100 MHz
Audio system	HD
Speakers manufacturer	Altec Lansing
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Cabling technology	10/100Base-T(X)
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100 Mbit/s
Charging port type	DC-in jack
Headphone connectivity	3.5 mm
USB 2.0 ports quantity	3
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	0
Pointing device	Touchpad
Operating system installed	FreeDOS
Form factor	Clamshell
Product type	Laptop
Product color	Charcoal, Grey
Country of origin	China
Battery life (max)	- h
Number of battery cells	6
AC adapter power	65 W
AC adapter frequency	50 - 60 Hz
AC adapter input voltage	100 - 240 V
AC adapter output current	3.5 A
AC adapter output voltage	18.5 V
Cables included	AC
Package depth	345 mm
Package width	565 mm
Package height	80 mm
Package weight	4260 g
Operating altitude	-15 - 3048 m
Non-operating altitude	-15 - 12192 m
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 35 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 95 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 %
Processor code	SR07V
Processor ARK ID	59836
Processor package size	37.5x37.5 (rPGA988B) mm
Supported instruction sets	SSE4.1, SSE4.2

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	268 mm
Width	412 mm
Height	36.7 mm
Weight	3000 g