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Software Guide
Software Updates and Restorations
6. In the COMPAQ folder, select the name or number of the
software package containing the system ROM update.
(The system ROM installation begins.)
7. To complete the installation, follow the instructions on the
screen.
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After a message on the screen reports a successful installation,
you can delete the download package from the COMPAQ folder.
Downloading and Installing a KBC ROM Update
To update KBC (keyboard controller) ROM from the Internet,
you must download the update to a diskette, then install the
update from the diskette. An optional docking station or External
MultiBay must be in the system before you can update the KBC
ROM from the Internet.
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CAUTION:
To prevent serious damage to the tablet PC or an
unsuccessful installation, download and install a KBC (keyboard
controller) ROM only while the tablet PC is connected to reliable external
power using the AC adapter or an optional docking station. (Do not
download or install a KBC ROM during an electrical storm or while the
tablet PC is running on battery power or connected to an optional
Auto/Air Cable or Automobile Power Adapter/Charger.) During the
download and installation:
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Do not interrupt the power to the tablet PC by unplugging or
undocking the tablet PC.
■
Do not shut down the tablet PC.
Downloading a KBC ROM Update
To download a KBC (keyboard controller) ROM update:
1. Insert a diskette drive into the MultiBay of the docking
station or External MultiBay.
For instructions, refer to the documentation included with
the device.
2. Obtain a formatted 1.44-megabyte or larger diskette.
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