Installing Microsoft Windows 7 on HP Compaq and EliteBook Notebook PCs

Table of contents

Executive summary.... 2 System requirements and prerequisites.... 2 Supported current models..... 2 Supported legacy models.... 2 Installing the OS, drivers, and enhancements... 3 Drivers and enhancements.... 4 Appendix A: Using HP SoftPaq Download Manager... 7 Appendix B: Known Anomalies.... 7 Appendix C: Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC... 7 Appendix D: Q & A..... 9 For more information.... 9

Executive summary

This white paper provides instructions on how to successfully install Microsoft Windows 7 Professional on HP EliteBook and HP Compaq Notebook PC models. The following guidelines provide installation procedures independent of the currently installed operating system. This white paper is intended for HP personnel and clients.
System requirements and prerequisites
Information regarding minimum hardware requirements for the installation of Windows 7 Professional is available at http://www.microsoft.com.

Supported current models

HP EliteBook 2530p Notebook PC HP EliteBook 2730p Notebook PC HP EliteBook 6930p Notebook PC HP EliteBook 8530p Notebook PC HP EliteBook 8530w Mobile Workstation PC HP EliteBook 8730w Mobile Workstation PC HP Compaq 6530b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6730b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6535b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6735b Notebook PC

Supported legacy models

HP Compaq 2510p Notebook PC HP Compaq 2710p Notebook PC HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC HP Compaq 8510p Notebook PC HP Compaq 8510w Mobile Workstation HP Compaq 8710p Notebook PC HP Compaq 8710w Mobile Workstation HP Compaq 6510b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6515b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6715b Notebook PC
WARNING Before proceeding with the installation of Windows 7 Professional, you should back up all personal data, such as files and images. If it is not backed up, your personal data will be lost.
You need the following items to help you install Windows: A supported HP business notebook PC model High-speed Internet access
Windows OS recovery media provided by HP Media from an alternate source may require a product ID (PID) 1 HP Driver Recovery DVD for your model or HP SoftPaq Download Manager
Important Make sure you have the latest compatible versions of drivers and enhancements shown in tables 1 and 2. In addition, you must have a Microsoft operating system license for each system on which you install Windows 7 Professional.
Note You can also download HP drivers and utilities including the most current BIOS for supported notebook PC models from the HP website.
Installing the OS, drivers, and enhancements
This section provides guidelines for users performing a clean installation of Windows 7 Professional on a supported HP business notebook PC.
Important Follow the installation 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.
1. Update to the latest BIOS version. 2. Change the boot order in F10 Setup so that the optical drive is the first boot device. 3. Boot with the Windows OS recovery disc provided by HP; follow the on-screen instructions for
installation. OS recovery media from HP do not require a product ID or key for installation on a supported current HP business notebook PC. Legacy models will require a valid product ID. Retain the HP_TOOLS partition to provide support for HP QuickLook 2, the F10 Setup graphical user interface, and HP diagnostics on current models. For more information, refer to the white paper, HP Business Notebook Computer EFI Guidelines.

4. If necessary, install the appropriate communications driver from the HP website, or, if available,
the Driver Recovery DVD and configure your Internet connection.
5. Install critical and other Microsoft patches from www.microsoft.com/windowsupdate. Reboot the
system after the patches have been installed.
6. Install the drivers and enhancements listed using HP SoftPaq Download Manager (available from
www.hp.com/go/sdm); alternatively, you can download individual SoftPaqs from the HP website. For more information, refer to Appendix A: Using HP SoftPaq Download Manager.
Typically provided on the products Certificate of Authenticity

Drivers and enhancements

Table 1. Minimum recommended SoftPaqs for current models (2530p, 2730p,6930p, 8530p, 8530w, 8730w, etc.).
Windows 7 Professional x86 Version SoftPaq 45864 45228
Windows 7 Professional 64 Version 6.10.2.7255 8.6321.1 8.632.1.1 8.632.1.3 4.0.4.2 5.30.21.0 5.8.39017.0 5.60 1.00 2.1.94.0 SoftPaq 45864 45228

Required

ADI Sound MAX ADI Audio Driver ATI Video Driver (6930p/8530p) ATI Video Driver (6535b/6735b) AMD Video Driver (8730w/8530w) BIOS Configuration for HP ProtectTools Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver Chicony Camera Driver Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools Essential System Updates LSI High Definition Audio (HAD) Modem Installer and Driver HP 3D DriveGuard HP ProtectTools Security Manager Suite HP Quick Launch Buttons HP QuickLook 2 Software HP System Diagnostics (EFI) HP Webcam HP Wireless Assistant Intel AMT Driver Intel Matrix Storage Manager Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers Intel Video Driver and Control Panel (2730p only) Intel Video Driver and Control Panel LightScribe System Software
6.10.2.7255 8.6321.1 8.632.1.1 8.632.1.3 4.0.4.2 5.30.21.0 5.8.39017.0 5.60 1.00 2.1.94.0
Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes
4.0.3.1 4.10.10.3 6.50.4.2 2.00 2.1.0.0 1.0.065.0612 3.50.9.1 4.2.0.1017 8.9.2.1002 13.0 8.15.10.1855
Yes Yes Yes No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

8.15.10.1855 1.18.6.1

45571 44843

45573 44843

Yes No
NVIDIA Graphics Driver Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools Ricoh Media Card Reader Driver SCR33x USB Smart Card Reader Driver Software Support for HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth Wireless Synaptics Touchpad Driver System Default Settings Wacom Digitizer Driver (2730P only)
186.24 1.0.1.599 2.10.00.04 4.45.0.0

45112 45342

Yes No Yes Yes

13.2.6.2 1.0.0.7 5.0.5.5

Yes Yes Yes
Table 2. Minimum recommended SoftPaqs for legacy models (2510p, 2710p,6910p, 8510p, 8510w, 8710w, etc.).
Windows 7 Professional x86 Version SoftPaq 45739
Windows 7 Professional 64 Version 6.10.2.5240 8.632.1.1 8.632.1.3 8.593.100.5 5.60.18.8 1.00 5.60 1.0 4.0.3.1 4.10.10.3 6.50.7.1 3.50.10.1 2.6.10.1043 8.9.2.1002 13.0 8.15.10.1867 8.15.10.1867 SoftPaq 45741

ADI AD1984HD Audio Driver ATI Video Driver (8510p) ATI Video Driver (8510w) ATI Video Driver (6515b/6715b) Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver Conexant Modem Driver Embedded Security for HP ProtectTools Essential System Updates HP 3D DriveGuard HP ProtectTools Security Manager Suite HP Quick Launch Buttons HP Wireless Assistant Intel AMT Driver Intel Matrix Storage Manager Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers Intel Video Driver and Control Panel Intel Video Driver and Control Panel (2710p only) Privacy Manager for HP ProtectTools NVIDIA Graphics Driver Ricoh Media Card Reader Driver Software Support for HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth Wireless Sonix Camera Driver (2710p only) Synaptics Touchpad Driver System Default Settings
6.10.2.5240 8.632.1.1 8.632.1.3 8.593.100.5 5.60.18.8 1.00 5.60 1.0 4.0.3.1 4.10.10.3 6.50.7.1 3.50.10.1 2.6.10.1043 8.9.2.1002 13.0 8.15.10.1867 8.15.10.1867
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
1.0.1.599 186.24 2.10.00.04 7.0

45112 44774

No Yes Yes Yes
5.8.19003.0 13.2.6.2 1.0.0.8
Appendix A: Using HP SoftPaq Download Manager
To use HP SoftPaq Download Manager, perform the following steps after manually installing Windows:
1. Boot the Windows OS. 2. Open Microsoft Internet Explorer. 3. Download and install HP Softpaq Download Manager from www.hp.com/go/sdm. 4. When prompted, select Show software for all supported models. 5. Select appropriate SoftPaqs from the Driver and Operating System categories.
If duplicate titles appear, select the version with the latest release date that supports the particular notebook PC model.
6. Select any desired software from the remaining SoftPaq categories. 7. After installation is complete, reboot the system.
Appendix B: Known Anomalies
Anomaly: Windows Vista cannot be upgraded to Windows 7 with HP ProtectTools installed Description: Windows 7 upgrade installation from Windows Vista will stop if HP ProtectTools is installed. Systems Affected: All models. Operating Systems Affected: Windows Vista Resolution: Prior to installing Windows 7, use the Check for Compatibility utility presented after launching setup from the Windows 7 OS DVD. This utility will advise of any applications which must be removed from Windows Vista prior to upgrade. Alternatively, a clean install of Windows 7 will not encounter this issue. An updated version of HP ProtectTools can be installed once installation of Windows 7 is completed.

Appendix C: Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC
Windows XP Mode is a new feature supported in Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Ultimate. Windows XP Mode allows a virtual machine running Windows XP Professional to be accessed from within Windows 7. Users can install legacy applications in the Windows XP Mode environment for greater compatibility and convenience. These applications can be launched directly from Windows 7. Microsoft Windows XP Mode requires a processor capable of hardware virtualization with the feature enabled. HP recommends that virtualization technology remained disabled unless specialized applications are being used in order to reduce potential security risks. Enabling Virtualization Technology in BIOS Setup and XP Mode Installation: 1. Restart the computer, then press F10 to enter BIOS Setup while the Press the Esc key for Startup Menu message is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. 2. Enable the Virtualization Technology setting listed in the Device Configuration section of the System Configuration tab. a. If this option is not available, your CPU does not support virtualization technology 3. Exit and save changes.
Installing Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode Installation: 1. Go to the Microsoft website at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/. 2. Click on Get Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC now. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install Windows XP Mode. 4. After installation is complete, reboot the system. 5. Click on All Programs>Windows Virtual PC>Windows XP Mode. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure Windows XP Mode. 7. Within the Windows XP Mode environment, install desired applications. a. Applications installed in the Windows 7 environment will not be accessible in the Windows XP Mode environment b. As with any OS installation, antivirus software and regular OS updates are highly recommended For additional information on Windows XP Mode, go to the Microsoft website at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/.

Appendix D: Q & A

Q. A. How do I know if my CPU supports virtualization technology? Many processors from Intel and AMD support virtualization technology, including: AMD Turion X2 AMD Turion II AMD Athlon X2 Intel Core 2 Extreme Processor QX9300 Intel Core2 Extreme Processor X9100 Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9900 Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9800 Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9600 Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9550 Intel Core2 Duo Processor T9400 Intel Core2 Duo Processor P9500 Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8800 Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8700 Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8600 Intel Core2 Duo Processor P8400 Intel Core 2 Duo LV Processor SL9300 Intel Core 2 Duo LV Processor SL9400 Intel Core 2 Duo LV Processor SL9600 Intel Core 2 Duo ULV Processor SU9300 Intel Core 2 Duo ULV Processor SU9400 If your processor does not appear on this list, a utility to test for hardware virtualization technology support is available from Microsoft at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/. Why should I install anti-virus software in XP Mode? XP Mode is a virtualized PC environment within Windows 7 and is susceptible to viruses and other threats. This environment should also be maintained with updates and patches. Why is virtualization technology disabled by default? Virtualization technology is disabled in F10 Setup to reduce potential security threats. This should only be enabled when used with applications which require hardware virtualization.

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For more information
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