HP 550 User Manual

5 Computer Setup
Starting Computer Setup
Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system
is not working or will not load.
NOTE: Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide may not be supported by your
computer.
NOTE: Pointing devices are not supported in Computer Setup. You must use the keyboard to navigate
and make selections.
NOTE: An external keyboard connected by USB can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy
support is enabled.
To start Computer Setup, follow these steps:
1. Turn on or restart the computer.
2. Before Windows® opens and while the “F10=ROM Based Setup” message is displayed in the
lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
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HP 550 Specifications

General

Storage	120 GB HDD
Graphics	Intel GMA X3100
Battery	6-cell Lithium Ion
Wireless	802.11a/b/g
Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo T5270 / 1.4 GHz
RAM	1 GB DDR2
Display	15.4-inch WXGA (1280 x 800)
Operating System	Windows Vista Home Basic
Chipset	Mobile Intel GM965 Express
Optical Drive	DVD±RW
Ports	3 x USB 2.0, VGA, LAN, Modem, Headphone output, Microphone input