HP Dc7700 HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006
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HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 Abstract ...2 Definition of Terms ...2 Operating System Support ...3 Microsoft Windows XP...3 Microsoft Windows 2000 ...7 Microsoft Windows NT ...8 ROM BIOS Information...8 Additional BIOS Highlighted Features 9 Common Image - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 2
within a numerically-defined series. For example, the HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Series consists of the HP Compaq dc7700 Convertible Minitower Business PC, HP Compaq dc7700 Small Form Factor Business PC, and the HP Compaq dc7700 Ultra-slim Desktop Business PC. QFE - Often referred as QFE's or - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 3
Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 preinstalled. Below is a table highlighting software components added to the dc7700 compared to previous generation products and can be used by IT Professionals as a guide to note driver changes within the Windows XP operating system. 1 Pre-installed support - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 4
dc7100 ROM Firmware for dc7600 ROM BIOS dc7700 Version 786E1 1.05 Audio Drivers ADI AC97 Integrated Digital Audio Realtek HD Audio Driver 5.10.0.5275 Communications Drivers Agere Systems PCI Soft Modem Broadcom Drivers for Windows XP and 2000 HP WLAN 802.11a-b-g PCI WL500 Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 5
fix - Q828035 Microsoft Windows DMA Downshift Fix Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 Hot fixes Monitor INF and ICM Files Multiple Fixes In RPC - Q824146 Chinese Quad Byte Support Dot Net for Windows XP Pro Intel Chipset Support for Windows NTFS Security Update Q828028 Microsoft Vulnerability within - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 6
summarizes the software updates (Softpaqs) available for download from www.hp.com/support. Table 2 also contains application software (and related updates) for the dc7700 (some of this software is dependent on specific hardware configuration details.) HP Compaq dc7700 Software Overview Whitepaper - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 7
Table 2 Windows XP Software Drivers available for dc7700 Windows XP dc7700 Softpaqs Name ROM BIOS ROM Firmware for dc7700 (786E1) Chipset Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP Audio Drivers Realtek High Definition Audio Driver Communications Drivers Agere Systems PCI Soft Modem Broadcom - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 8
: Table 4 Windows 2000 Software Drivers available for dc7700 Windows 2000 dc7700 Softpaqs Name ROM BIOS HP Compaq Business Desktop System BIOS (786E1) Audio Drivers Realtek High Definition Audio Driver Communications Drivers Broadcom Drivers for Windows XP and 2000 Intel(R) PRO/100/1000 Drivers for - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 9
dc7700 small form factor (SFF), ultra-slim desktop (USDT), and convertible mini-tower (CMT) designs will utilize the Intel Q965 chipset. It is important to point out that HP will deliver a common software OS image that is fully compatible between the dc7700 CMT/SFF and USDT architectures. HP Compaq - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 10
facility Individual drivers and utilities can be downloaded, in the form of Softpaqs, from the HP Download Facility or from the Web site at http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/ or ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/Softpaq/. Softpaqs provide a distribution method for driver and ROM updates and product - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 11
HP dc7700 PCs feature the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3000. Intel software drivers enable all functionality of the video hardware. Driver support is complemented by a display utility that provides easy access to video settings through the Windows Control Panel. Audio The dc7700 incorporates - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 12
Image Contents HP Compaq Business Desktops come standard with a factory-installed software image. The image consists of a number of separate software components including the operating system (such as Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition), drivers for the specific hardware devices included with - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 13
European and Thai regions) • Standalone Service Packs Hardware/OEM specific drivers and files • Graphics • Network Interface Card • Audio • Modem • Wireless LAN • HP Monitor INF • Chipset INF • HP SLP files for Windows XP - Allows a user to immediately use Windows XP without having to activate the - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 14
image on an HP Compaq Business Desktop contains a file called WINDOWS XP SP1 PRO AND HOME UNBUNDLE PROCESS TWEAKS, VER 3.00, REV A, PASS 2 (14) 306153-B2C, 100, ONLINE CRASH ANALYSIS FILE, VER 4.2, REV C, PASS 1 (15) 307374-B2B, 100, EXTEND NTFS MSC, VER 1.00, REV A, PASS 5 HP Compaq dc7700 - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 15
. HP Branded XP Help and Support Module The HP dc7700 series desktop ships with an HP modified Windows XP Help and Support module. This module includes many new customer support enhancement as well as a revised new look. Feature Overview • My HP Computer: Access general information about your HP PC - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 16
BIOS. • HP Product Information: Web link to model specific product information (Internet connection required). • HP Software and Drivers Downloads: Web link to model specific software and driver downloads (Internet connection required). • HP Support Tools: Web link to HP Instant Support chat service - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 17
Figure 2 - Access to HP Software Setup Figure 3 - HP Software Setup Welcome Screen HP Compaq dc7700 Software Overview Whitepaper 17 - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 18
(ships with the HP TPM). • HP ProtectTools Smart Card Security Manager helps prevent unauthorized users from accessing business or personal data on your notebook, with added Smart Card BIOS preboot capabilities advantage of industry standards like CAPI and PKCS#11 HP Compaq dc7700 Software Overview - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 19
, the dc7700 preinstalled software image has been tested with the CMT, USDT and SFF form factors. Q: How do I obtain updated software components? A: The latest software updates are available from the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com. For customers without Web access, the HP Software Support CD Kit - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 20
preloaded software? A: HP has made installation of preloaded software easy by including a Software Setup application. Simply launch Setup Software by clicking Start > Programs > Software Setup, select the desired applications, and follow the easy-to-use menus. HP Compaq dc7700 Software Overview - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 21
contained herein. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. 399116 002, 09/2006 HP Compaq dc7700 Software Overview Whitepaper 21
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HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview
September 2006
Abstract
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Definition of Terms
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Operating System Support
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Microsoft Windows XP
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Microsoft Windows 2000
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Microsoft Windows NT
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ROM BIOS Information
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Additional BIOS Highlighted Features
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Common Image Considerations
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Software Image Development on dc7700 Stable Products
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Software delivery
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HP Worldwide Web site and download facility
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HP
Restore Plus!
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Software enhancements
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HP Client Manager Software
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Video
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Audio
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DMI Transition
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User manuals
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General Software Image Contents
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Microsoft Windows Operating System Software
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Hardware/OEM specific drivers and files
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HP Specific Applications
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Other typically preinstalled applications
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Examining the Image Contents
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Examining the INFO.BOM file (OS-independent)
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HP Branded XP Help and Support Module
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Feature Overview
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Preloaded Components
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Additional Software
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Frequently asked questions
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For more information
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