HP Dc7700 HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006
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- HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 1
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
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 quick fixes, Microsoft calls them Quick Fix Engineering Software Updates. The QFE's are - 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
Driver Comparison Name ROM BIOS ROM Firmware for 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 - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 5
Chipset Support for Windows NTFS Security Update Q828028 Microsoft Vulnerability within ASN fix Q828741_Cumulative Update_Vulnerability within RPC_DCOM fix Security Update_Vulnerability within Microsoft Windows fix_Q835732 Set Video Refresh rate. Sun Java USB 2.0 Upgrades for Windows XP Windows XP - 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
) Set Video Refresh Rate Utility Lexar HP Secure LightScribe Driver Update HP BIOS Configuration for Protect Tools HP ProtectTools Java Card - mini HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Module Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools MS Office 2003 Patch for Japanese Windows XP SP2 Upgrade PDF Complete - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 8
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 all Operating Systems Graphics Drivers Intel(R) Graphics Driver for Windows 2000/XP ATI - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 9
and detailed service information. Upgrades and recovery - HP BIOS provides numerous ways to upgrade HP Business Desktop computers including BIOS updates from within DOS (Flashlite), BIOS updates from within Windows (HPQFlash, SSM), and failsafe recovery. Additional BIOS Highlighted Features Power-On - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 10
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 software enhancements. HP Restore Plus! CD HP Restore Plus! CDs are provided with each HP Compaq desktop system as ISO files located - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 11
go/easydeploy. Video 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 - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 12
Software 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 - 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
• HP Marketing Tweak Bitmaps & URLs • Multiple OS Processing Module • WinPE with Network Support • Device Checking Utility • Windows XP Unbundle Processing Tweaks • Windows XP 2000 OS Tweaks • CDC Flag Check Utility • Extend MSC • SDV ghost load high flag • System corruption checker • Set Video - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 15
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 in addition to installed hardware and software. HP Compaq - 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
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 is available. Q: Will the - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 20
drivers, hardware enabling utilities, and applications that are ready to use as soon as your system has completed setup after initial power in an uninstalled state. Q: How do I install preloaded software? A: HP has made installation of preloaded software easy by including a Software Setup application - HP Dc7700 | HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 21
express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are U.S. registered trademarks of
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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