Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates
1. To set up your Internet connection, click Start > Internet Explorer and
follow the instructions on the screen.
2. Once an Internet connection has been established, click the Start
button.
3. Select the All Programs menu.
4. Click on the Windows Update link.
In Microsoft Windows XP, you will be directed to the Microsoft
Windows Update Web site. If you see one or more pop-up windows
that ask you to install a program from www.microsoft.com, click Yes
to install the program. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site
to scan for updates and install critical updates and service packs.
In Microsoft Windows Vista, the Windows Update screen appears.
Click view available updates and make sure all critical updates are
selected. Click the Install button and follow the instructions on the
screen.
It is recommended that you install all of the critical updates and service
packs.
5. After the updates have been installed, Windows will prompt you to
reboot the machine. Be sure to save any files or documents that you
may have open before rebooting. Then select Yes to reboot the
machine.
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers
When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system
installation is complete, you must also install the drivers for each of the
devices.
If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with C:
\i386, or use the Browse button in the dialog box to locate the i386 folder.
This action points the operating system to the appropriate drivers.
Obtain the latest support software , including support software for the
operating system from www.hp.com/support. Select your country and
language, select Download drivers and software, enter the model
number of the computer, and press Enter.
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