HP Compaq 2510p Quick reference guide

HP Compaq notebook common image white paper
Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 2
System requirements and prerequisites ................................................................................................... 2
Common image preparation using factory preinstalled Windows Vista® images ........................................ 4
Configuring the Windows Vista Business operating system and system software for a Common Image....... 5
Common image preparation using factory preinstalled Windows XP Professional images............................. 7
Configuring the Windows XP Professional operating system and system software for a Common Image .... 8
Appendix A: System ROM versions..................................................................................................... 12
Appendix B: SoftPaqs........................................................................................................................ 14
Appendix C: Known anomalies.......................................................................................................... 15
Appendix D: Questions and answers .................................................................................................. 15
For more information.......................................................................................................................... 15

Introduction
Purpose
This white paper provides instructions on how to successfully create a Microsoft® Windows®
Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista® Business common image on select HP Compaq
Business notebooks.
Audience
This white paper is for use by HP personnel and clients and describes the process for creating a
common image on select HP Compaq notebook PC products using Microsoft Windows and
applicable HP drivers and applications.
System requirements and prerequisites
System requirements
Information regarding minimum hardware requirements for installing Microsoft Windows is available
at http://www.microsoft.com.
•Supported Systems
–HP Compaq 8710p Notebook PC
–HP Compaq 8510p Notebook PC
–HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC
–HP Compaq 2710p Notebook PC (Vista Only)
–HP Compaq 2510p Notebook PC
–HP Compaq 6715b Notebook PC (See Appendix E)
–HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC
–HP Compaq 6515b Notebook PC (See Appendix E)
–HP Compaq 6510b Notebook PC
IMPORTANT
Back up all user data prior to installing Microsoft Windows. There is a
potential for data loss during the installation of Windows. If you do not
back up during this step you may loose your personal data.
You will need the following items before creating a common image:
•Any applicable supported models
•When using the factory preinstall image (recommended), obtain:
–HP Compaq 8510p Notebook PC Software Restore DVD
–Proper OS License for each PC

– Or –
•When creating a clean install image, obtain:
–Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 CD or Microsoft Windows Vista Business,
Certificate of Authenticity, and documentation and appropriate Service Pack
–HP Compaq 8510p Notebook PC Driver Recovery DVD for Windows Vista or 8710p Driver
Recovery DVD for Windows XP Professional
Optionally, the software can be downloaded from the HP website at www.hp.com or copied
from the 8510p C:\SWSETUP directory then burned onto a DVD-R or DVD-RW
–Proper OS License for each PC
IMPORTANT
This document does not provide a license to create and/or distribute an
operating system image. This document is intended to be a technical
resource for those who have the proper license to deploy Microsoft
Windows operating systems.
The operating system license shipped with HP PCs does not grant re-
imaging and deployment rights. Before using the document to deploy an
image, please contact your Microsoft licensing representative to obtain the
proper license agreements. HP cannot be held liable if a customer uses this
document to create or deploy an image that violates Microsoft license
agreements.
Note
Make sure you have the latest compatible version of Microsoft Windows
drivers and enhancements. Previous versions may not have been tested in
this environment.
The HP Support Software CD is updated monthly and available by annual
subscription or as a one-time purchase. You can also download all files,
including the most current available ROM for the platform, from the HP
website www.hp.com. See Appendix A for information on determining the
current ROM version and how to update.

Common image preparation using factory preinstalled
Windows Vista images
Using the factory preinstall image
IMPORTANT
Follow the instructions in the order provided. Failure to complete these
steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable
installation. The factory image can only be shared on the 8710p, 8510p,
6910p, 2710p (Vista Only), 2510p, 6710b and 6510b models.
This section provides guidelines for users who use the preinstalled image of Microsoft Windows Vista
Business.
Preparing for installation
1. If necessary, undock the unit, disconnect all external peripherals and remove all PC card devices.
2. Connect AC power.
3. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for each system, follow the steps below.
–Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup (see Appendix A).
–Compare the current ROM version date to the latest ROMPaq release date on the HP website to
ensure that you have the most recent version. If you do not have the most recent version, install
the latest system ROM BIOS.
Note
Refer to the online download and installation instructions to complete the
ROM upgrade.
Preparing for the preinstalled image for use on multiple models
1. Unbundle the preinstalled Windows Vista Business image on the 8510p.
–Refer to the documentation included with the system for instructions.
2. Create restore discs using HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
3. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8510p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8510p Notebook PC.”
4. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8510p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8510p Notebook PC.”
5. Insert the drive removed from the 8510p into the 8710p.
6. Apply power to the 8710p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
7. Power down the 8710p and remove the hard drive.
8. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6910p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6910p Notebook PC.”
9. Insert the drive removed from the 8710p into the 6910p.

10. Apply power to the 6910p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
11. Install ATI 6910p Video Driver & Control Panel version 1.00 B. and SCM3264 version 1.00 A.
12. Power down the 6910p and remove the hard drive.
13. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6710b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6710b Notebook PC.”
14. Insert the drive removed from the 6910p into the 6710b.
15. Apply power to the 6710b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
16. Power down the 6710b and remove the hard drive.
17. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6510b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6510b Notebook PC.”
18. Insert the drive removed from the 6710b into the 6510b.
19. Apply power to the 6510b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices. The image is
now ready for use with supported common image systems with Intel processors. For use on the
2510p or 2710p, capture the image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager or third party image
capture software, such as Symantec Norton Ghost.
Configuring the Windows Vista Business operating system
and system software for a Common Image
Preparing for installation
IMPORTANT
Follow the instructions in the order provided. Failure to complete these
steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable
installation.
This section provides guidelines for users who perform a clean installation of Microsoft Windows Vista
Business.
Installing drivers and enhancements
IMPORTANT
Upgrade the system ROM before beginning the Windows installation.
Software installation
Perform the following steps before manually installing Windows Vista Business:
1. Change the boot order in ROM BIOS to make the optical drive the first boot device on the
8510p.
2. Install the OS (See note below).
Note
Contact the Network Administrators to properly set up the networking
components of Microsoft Windows. For installation, refer to the Microsoft
documentation provided with Microsoft Windows for complete installation
instructions.

3. Install the latest drivers and enhancements from the HP website at
www.hp.com. See Table 1 for additional information.
Table 1 Minimum Versions of Necessary Drivers and Enhancements (along with recommended installation order)
Software Components Priority Version Number Recommended
Installation
Order
Intel Chipset Installation Utility Required component 8.2.0.1014 A 1
Intel UMA 2007 Windows Vista
Graphics Driver Required component 1.00 C 2
Intel Set Resolution Utility Recommended component 1.00 A 3
ATI M76 Vista Video Driver and
Control Panel Required component 1.00 A 4
ADI SoundMax Vista Audio Driver Required component 1.00 D 5
Ethernet Drivers for Vista Required component 1.00 A 6
WLAN Driver Installer (Broadcom
Intel) for Windows Vista Required component 6.00 C 7
Windows Vista Modem Installer Required component 1.00 A 8
Ricoh R5C853/R5C803 Flashmedia
Driver Required component 1.00.02 A 9
SCM3264 Required component 1.00 A 10
HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth
Wireless Technology for Vista Required component (on
models configured with
Bluetooth)
6.0 E 11
Wacom Digitizer Driver Required component 2.7.8.4 B 12
Essential System Updates for
Microsoft Windows Vista Required component 1.00 G 13
HP 3D DriveGuard for Vista Required component 3.00 A 14
HP Wireless Assistant Recommended component 3.00 F 15
HP ProtectTools Security Suite Recommended component 3.00 A 16
Quick Launch Button Software Recommended component 6.20 E 17
Synaptics Touchpad Recommended component 9.1.11 Q 18
Intel AMT LMS-SOL Driver Recommended component 2.5.3.1084 19
Intel AMT MEI Driver Recommended component 2.5.3.1084 20
System Default Settings for Vista Recommended component 2.00 B 21
4. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8510p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8510p Notebook PC.”
5. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8710p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8710p Notebook PC.”
6. Insert the drive removed from the 8510p into the 8710p.
7. Apply power to the 8710p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
8. Power down the 8710p and remove the hard drive.
9. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6910p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6910p Notebook PC.”

10. Insert the drive removed from the 8710p into the 6910p.
11. Apply power to the 6910p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
12. Power down the 6910p and remove the hard drive.
13. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6710b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6710b Notebook PC.”
14. Insert the drive removed from the 6910p into the 6710b.
15. Apply power to the 6710b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
16. Power down the 6710b and remove the hard drive.
17. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6510b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6510b Notebook PC.”
18. Insert the drive removed from the 6710b into the 6510b.
19. Apply power to the 6510b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices. The image is
now ready for use with supported common image systems with Intel processors. For use on the
2510p or 2710p, capture the image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager or third party image
capture software, such as Symantec Norton Ghost.
Common image preparation using factory preinstalled
Windows XP Professional images
Using the factory preinstall image
IMPORTANT
Follow the instructions in the order provided. Failure to complete these
steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable
installation. The factory image can only be shared on the 8710p, 8510p,
6910p, 2510p, 6710b and 6510b models.
This section provides guidelines for users who use the preinstalled image of Microsoft Windows XP
Professional.
Preparing for installation
1. If necessary, undock the unit, disconnect all external peripherals and remove all PC card devices.
2. Connect AC power.
3. To check and upgrade ROM BIOS for each system, follow the steps below.
–Check the current ROM BIOS using Computer Setup (see Appendix A).
–Compare the current ROM version date to the latest ROMPaq release date on the HP website to
ensure that you have the most recent version. If you do not have the most recent version, install
the latest system ROM BIOS.
Note
Refer to the online download and installation instructions to complete the
ROM upgrade.

Preparing for the preinstalled image for use on multiple models
1. Unbundle the preinstalled Windows XP Professional image on the 8510p.
2. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8510p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8510p Notebook PC.”
3. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8710p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8710p Notebook PC.”
4. Insert the drive removed from the 8510p into the 8710p.
5. Apply power to the 8710p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
6. Power down the 8710p and remove the hard drive.
7. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6910p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6910p Notebook PC.”
8. Insert the drive removed from the 8710p into the 6910p.
9. Apply power to the 6910p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
10. Install ATI 6910p Video Driver & Control Panel version 1.00 B. and SCM3264 version 1.00 A.
11. Power down the 6910p and remove the hard drive.
12. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6710b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6710b Notebook PC.”
13. Insert the drive removed from the 6910p into the 6710b.
14. Apply power to the 6710b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
15. Power down the 6710b and remove the hard drive.
16. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6510b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6510b Notebook PC.”
17. Insert the drive removed from the 6710b into the 6510b.
18. Apply power to the 6510b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices. The image is
now ready for use with supported common image systems with Intel processors. For use on the
2510p or 2710p, capture the image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager or third party image
capture software, such as Symantec Norton Ghost.
Configuring the Windows XP Professional operating system
and system software for a Common Image
Preparing for installation
IMPORTANT
Follow the instructions in the order provided. Failure to complete these
steps in the proper order can result in an unsuccessful or unstable
installation.
This section provides guidelines for users who perform a clean installation of Microsoft Windows XP
Professional.

Installing drivers and enhancements
IMPORTANT
Upgrade the system ROM before beginning the Windows XP Professional
installation.

Software installation
Perform the following steps before manually installing Windows XP Professional:
1. Change the boot order in ROM BIOS to make the optical drive the first boot device on the
8510p.
2. Install the OS (See note below).
Note
Contact the Network Administrators to properly set up the networking
components of Microsoft Windows Professional. For installation, refer to the
Microsoft documentation provided with Windows XP Professional for
complete installation instructions.
3. Install the latest drivers and enhancements from the HP website at
www.hp.com. See Table 1 for additional information.
Table 2 Minimum Versions of Necessary Drivers and Enhancements (along with recommended installation order)
Software Components Priority Version Number Recommended
Installation
Order
Intel Chipset Installation Utility Required component 8.2.0.1012 A 1
Intel UMA 2007 Windows XP
Graphics Driver Required component 1.00 D 2
Intel Set Resolution Utility Recommended component 1.00 A 3
ATI M76 XP Video Driver and Control
Panel Required component 1.00 A 4
Microsoft UAA Bus Driver for High
Definition Audio Required component 1.00 B 5
ADI SoundMAX HD Audio Driver for
Windows XP Required component 1.00 C 6
Ethernet Drivers for XP Required component 1.00 A 7
WLAN Driver Installer (Broadcom
Intel) for Windows XP Required component 6.00 D 8
Windows XP 32-bit Modem Installer Required component 1.00 A 9
Ricoh R5C853/R5C803 Flashmedia
Driver Required component 1.00.02 A 10
SCM3264 Required component 1.00 A 11
HP Integrated Bluetooth Driver Required component (on
models with Bluetooth) 5.10 E 12
Infineon TPM Driver Required component (on
models configured with TPM) 5.00 B 13
Essential System Updates for
Microsoft Windows XP SP2 Required component 2.00 M 14
HP 3D DriveGuard for XP Required component 1.00 A 15
HP Wireless Assistant Recommended component 3.00 F 16
HP ProtectTools Security Suite Recommended component 3.00 A 17
Quick Launch Button Software Recommended component 6.20 E 18
Synaptics Touchpad Recommended component 9.1.11 Q 19
Intel AMT LMS-SOL Driver Recommended component 2.5.3.1084 20

Intel AMT MEI Driver Recommended component 2.5.3.1084 21
System Default Settings Recommended component 4.20 Z 22
4. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8510p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8510p Notebook PC.”
5. Remove the primary hard drive from the 8710p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
8710p Notebook PC.”
6. Insert the drive removed from the 8510p into the 8710p.
7. Apply power to the 8710p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
8. Power down the 8710p and remove the hard drive.
9. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6910p.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6910p Notebook PC.”
10. Insert the drive removed from the 8710p into the 6910p.
11. Apply power to the 6910p and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
12. Power down the 6910p and remove the hard drive.
13. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6710b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6710b Notebook PC.”
14. Insert the drive removed from the 6910p into the 6710b.
15. Apply power to the 6710b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices.
16. Power down the 6710b and remove the hard drive.
17. Remove the primary hard drive from the 6510b.
–Removal procedures are available in the Maintenance and Service Guide: “HP Compaq
6510b Notebook PC.”
18. Insert the drive removed from the 6710b into the 6510b.
19. Apply power to the 6510b and allow the OS to enumerate all of the new devices. The image is
now ready for use with supported common image systems with Intel processors. For use on the
2510p or 2710p, capture the image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager or third party image
capture software, such as Symantec Norton Ghost.

Appendix A: System ROM versions
Determining the ROM version using Setup
Note
The ROM versions listed in this document are current as of the white paper
publication date.
Use the HP Setup utility to determine the system ROM version.
Table 3 Minimum ROM versions
Portable family ROM version
HP Compaq 8710p Notebook PC F.01
HP Compaq 8510p Notebook PC F.02
HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC F.06
HP Compaq 2710p Tablet PC F.04
HP Compaq 2510p Notebook PC F.04
HP Compaq 6715b Notebook PC F.05
HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC F.08
HP Compaq 6515b Notebook PC F.05
HP Compaq 6510b Notebook PC F.08
A block cursor displays in the upper right corner of the screen during startup.
1. Press F10 when the block cursor displays.
2. Scroll down using the down arrow key to highlight View System Information and press Enter.
The System Information prompt appears.
3. Make note of the ROM date and compare it to the date in Table 3.
4. Press Esc to exit the ROM information screen.
5. Scroll down using the down arrow key until Exit without Saving Changes is highlighted.
Press Enter.
6. Press F10 to confirm exiting the Computer Setup.

Determining the ROM Version Using Windows System Information
1. Click Start→All Programs→Accessories→System Tools→System Information under Windows XP.
2. Scroll through the list until the BIOS Version/Date information appears. Make note of the ROM
version and compare it to listings in Table 2.
3. Close Windows System Information by clicking on the Xin the upper right corner of the window.
Determining the ROM version using QuickLaunch Buttons for Windows
1. Press Fn (Function) and Esc (Escape) keys simultaneously.
2. HP System Information window appears which includes the System BIOS information. Make note
of the ROM version and compare it to listings in Table 2.
3. Close HP System Information by clicking OK.
Creating a ROMPaq diskette
Download the ROMPaq SoftPaq from http://www.hp.com/support.
After downloading the appropriate SoftPaq from the HP website, follow the instructions on the
download page.

Appendix B: SoftPaqs
Unpacking a SoftPaq file
Several switches can be used when unpacking a SoftPaq file.
Sp#####.exe –pdf –f<path> -s
SP####.exe is the Softpaq to unpack.
-pdf is a run time switch that overrides the build parameters.
-f<Path> is a run time switch that overrides the default path set at build time.
-s instructs the package to unpack in silent mode skipping the welcome, license and directory screens.
Descriptions of the software used on HP Compaq notebook PCs are listed in Table 4.
Table 4 SoftPaq descriptions
Name Description
ADI SoundMax Audio Driver Enables the integrated Audio hardware
Ethernet Drivers Enables integrated NIC devices select models
Modem Drivers Enables integrated modem devices select models
Video Drivers Enables the integrated video hardware
Synaptics TouchPad Driver Provides added functionality for the touchpad device
Essential System Updates This package contains required software patches which
enhance the stability of the system
System Default Settings Changes operating system settings to match HP defaults
System ROMPaq System Firmware
Quick Launch Button Software Enables the Quick Launch Buttons on the internal keyboard

Appendix C: Known anomalies
ATI Hydravision
Anomaly: ATI Hydravision does not function on the some models.
Description: ATI Hydravision is preloaded on the models with ATI graphics. It is designed for use
with models that include ATI video chipsets and provides additional features for multi-monitor
configurations.
Systems Affected: HP Compaq 2510p Notebook PC and 2710p Tablet PC models
Operating Systems Affected: Windows XP and Windows Vista
Resolution: This software should be used in environments where multiple display devices are used
simultaneously on systems with ATI video chipsets. It is not required for common image environments
and could potentially cause confusion for end users of systems Intel video chipsets.
Appendix D: Questions and answers
Q . Is the HP Compaq 8510p Notebook PC preinstall image also compatible with the HP Compaq
6910p and Compaq 8710p notebooks?
A . Yes, the updated preinstalled software image has been tested with the Compaq 6910p and
Compaq 8710p notebooks.
Q . If a new model is introduced, will all previously released models in the family, that are still
being manufactured, be updated with the new preinstall image?
A . No, many customers have expressed a need for consistency. Therefore, HP will make
reasonable commercial efforts to maintain a consistent software image on the HP Compaq p
series during the life of the series. HP will publish white papers that provide customers with
the information necessary to maintain a software components list for the p series.
Q . How do I obtain updated software components?
A . The latest software updates are available from the HP Web site at
http://h18007.www1.hp.com/support/files/notebooks/us/purchase.html
For more information
To learn more about HP business notebooks, contact your local HP sales representative or visit our
Web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/notebooks
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08/2007