TITLE: ROM Image for Evo D300v (686P9 ROM) Remote ROM Flash

VERSION: 1.11 Rev. A
DESCRIPTION:
This SoftPaq creates files that contain a binary image for the System ROM for 
the Compaq models with a 686P9 Family ROM.

This SoftPaq is used to flash the System ROM on target PCs on a network, and it 
requires System Software Manager (SSM) or Remote Management Setup.

The ROM Family and ROM date can be determined by running the Setup Utility by 
pressing F10 on the target computer during system power on of the computer, and 
viewing File/System Information.  This information can be saved into a text 
file by selecting File/Save to Diskette.

NOTE:
This is the same System ROM version that was originally included on the models 
listed below.  It is not an upgrade.  It is made available here as a 
convenience for users who may need to restore it to their computer for any 
reason. 

PURPOSE: Routine
SOFTPAQ NUMBER: SP21590
SUPERSEDES: SP20964
EFFECTIVE DATE: June 28, 2002
CATEGORY: BIOS
SSM SUPPORTED: Yes

PRODUCT TYPE(S):
Desktops

HARDWARE PRODUCT MODEL(S):
None

SOFTWARE PRODUCT(S):
None

OPERATING SYSTEM(S): 
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 98
Microsoft Windows XP Professional

LANGUAGE(S): 
Global

ENHANCEMENTS: 
Adds microcode update for new Celeron B1 processor stepping.

PREREQUISITES: 
System Software Manager (SSM) or Remote Management Setup.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: 
HOW TO USE: 

Download the SoftPaq to a directory on your hard drive.  The file 
downloaded is a self-extracting executable with a filename based on the SoftPaq 
Number above.

Refer to the remote utility documentation for instructions on creating a 
Remote ROM Flash job to flash the System ROM on target PCs on the network.

WARNING:  DO NOT TURN OFF POWER OR ATTEMPT TO REBOOT THE COMPUTER DURING THE 
UPGRADE PROCESS!!!


Copyright (c) 2002 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.