7 Updating the workstation
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Updating the workstation after rst boot
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Updating the BIOS
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Upgrading device drivers
HP is constantly working on improving your total workstation experience. To ensure that the workstation
leverages the latest enhancements, HP recommends that you install the latest BIOS, driver, and software
updates on a regular basis.
Updating the workstation after rst boot
After successfully booting the workstation for the rst time, follow these guidelines to be sure that the
workstation is up-to-date:
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Be sure that you have the latest system BIOS version loaded. See Updating the BIOS on page 35.
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Be sure that you have the latest drivers for your system. See Upgrading device drivers on page 36.
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Become familiar with your available HP resources.
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Consider a subscription to Driver Alerts at http://www.hp.com/go/subscriberschoice.
Updating the BIOS
For optimum performance, determine the BIOS version on the workstation, and upgrade it if necessary.
Determining the current BIOS version
To determine the current BIOS version:
1. Press Esc during startup (boot).
2. Press F1 or click System Information.
NOTE: For procedures for upgrading the BIOS as well as the F10 Setup utility BIOS Menu settings, see
the Maintenance and Service Guide at http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_manuals.
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