Installing Windows XP Professional x64 on the HP Compaq 8510w and 8710w Mobile Workstation

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Installing Windows XP Professional x64

on the HP Compaq

8510w and 8710w Mobile Workstation

Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 2

System Requirements and Prerequisites................................................................................................... 2

Installing the operating system and system hardware ............................................................................... 3

Appendix A: Known anomalies ............................................................................................................ 5

Appendix B: Questions and answers..................................................................................................... 6

For more information............................................................................................................................ 6

Summary of content (6 pages)

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Installing Windows XP Professional x64 on the HP Compaq 8510w and 8710w Mobile Workstation Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 2 System Requirements and Prerequisites................................................................................................... 2 Installing the operating system and system hardware .............................................................................
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Introduction Purpose This white paper provides instructions on how to successfully develop a Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional x64 image on HP Compaq 8510w and 8710w Notebook PC models. The following guidelines provide installation procedures independent of the currently installed operating system. Audience This white paper is for use by HP personnel and clients and describes the process for installing Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 along with applicable HP drivers and utilities.
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Note: You can download HP drivers and utilities, including the most current available ROM for the platform, from the HP website www.hp.com. Installing the operating system and system hardware Preparing for installation IMPORANT: 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.
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Table 1 Required versions of necessary drivers and enhancements Windows XP Professional x64 software components Version # Softpaq # ADI SoundMAX High-Definition (HD) Audio Driver 1.00 B SP36534 Conexant Modem Installer for Windows XP 64bit 1.00 A SP36537 Essential System Updates for Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition 1.00 A SP36591 Ethernet Drivers for Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 1.00 A SP36543 HP Integrated module with Bluetooth wireless technology 5.
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Appendix A: Known anomalies Power management Anomaly: System will not enter hibernation automatically. Description: The default power management settings under Windows XP Professional x64 do not enable hibernation when the battery reaches a critical state. Systems Affected: HP 8510w and 8710w Notebook PC models Resolution: Go to Control Panel>Power to adjust the power management settings prior to using the notebook. Power management Anomaly: System will not enter hibernation.
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Intel AMT Anomaly: Windows XP Professional x64 operating system does not recognize Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) devices in Device Manager. Description: Windows XP Professional x64 operating system does not include support for AMT. 3 unknown devices will show up in Device Manager on Centrino Pro models. Systems Affected: HP 8510w and 8710w Notebook PC models Resolution: Intel Active Management Technology is not supported under Windows XP Professional x64.