TITLE: CPQFlash Utility for Evo D500 (686Y1 ROM)

VERSION: 1.01 Rev A
DESCRIPTION:
This SoftPaq creates files that contain the CPQFlash utility and a binary image of the 
System ROM for the Evo models listed below with a 686Y1 Family ROM.  

The CPQFlash utility is used to locally flash the System ROM on PCs through a Windows 
environment.

The ROM Family and ROM date can be determined by running the Setup Utility by pressing 
F10 on the target computer during system power on of the computer, and viewing File/System 
Information.  This information can be saved into a text file by selecting File/Save to Diskette.

NOTE:  This is the same System ROM version that was originally included on the 
above models.  It is not an upgrade.  It is made available here as a convenience 
for users who may need to restore it to their computer for any reason.

PURPOSE: Routine Release
SOFTPAQ NUMBER: SP19599
SUPERSEDES: N/A
EFFECTIVE DATE: January 10, 2002
CATEGORY: ROMPaqs
SSM SUPPORTED: No

PRODUCT TYPE(S): Desktops
 
PRODUCT MODEL(S): 
Compaq Evo D500:  Ultra-Slim Desktop - All Celeron Models

OPERATING SYSTEM(S): 
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit Personal
Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit Professional
 
LANGUAGE(S): Global
 
PREREQUISITES: Supported operating system
 
HOW TO USE: 

1.  Download the SoftPaq to a directory on your hard drive.  The file downloaded is a 
self-extracting executable with a filename based on the SoftPaq Number above.  It is recommended 
to create a directory called COMPAQ\CPQFlash and copy the SoftPaq to that directory.  

2.  Refer to the CPQFlash utility documentation (CPQFlash.txt) for further instructions on using 
the CPQFlash utility to flash the System ROM on your PC.

WARNING:  DO NOT TURN OFF POWER OR ATTEMPT TO REBOOT THE COMPUTER DURING THE
UPGRADE PROCESS!!!

 
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