7 Updating the workstation
HP is constantly working on improving your total workstation experience. To be sure that your
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 first start
After successfully starting the workstation for the first time, you should 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 loaded. See
Upgrading the BIOS on page 50.
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Be sure that you have the latest drivers for your system. See
Upgrading device drivers
on page 51.
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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.
Upgrading the BIOS
For optimum performance, determine the BIOS revision on the workstation, and upgrade it if necessary.
Determining the current BIOS version
To determine the current BIOS version:
1. Press Esc during startup.
2. Press F10 to enter the F10 Setup utility.
3. Select File > System Information. Note the workstation BIOS version and compare it with the
BIOS versions that appear on the HP website.
NOTE: Procedures for upgrading the BIOS, as well as the F10 Computer Setup utility BIOS
Menu settings, are located in the Maintenance and Service Guide at
http://www.hp.com/
support/workstation_manuals.
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