HP dc7608 HP Compaq Business Desktop dc7700 Software Overview September 2006 - Page 20

Q: What is the difference between preloaded and preinstalled software? A: Preinstalled software refers to drivers, hardware enabling utilities, and applications that are ready to use as soon as your system has completed setup after initial power-on (unbundling). Preloaded software refers to applications and utilities that provide additional features on applicable models, such as management, DVD playback or CD-RW burning and must be installed prior to use. Q: Why is some software preloaded? A: Select software is preloaded to provide flexibility for our customers. It's loaded onto the hard drive but 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. 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 Whitepaper 20