Select your operating system. If your current OS is not listed, select to find the latest BIOS "SoftPaq" (.exe file). Run the downloaded file on a working computer.
If enabled, suspend on your C: drive to avoid lockout issues.
Other major BIOS update features for this model include:
The safest way to obtain the update is to get the from a reliable source. This folder contains the necessary .bin BIOS image file.
HP provides multiple methods to update the BIOS. For the 8000 Elite series, these are the primary methods:
(search "Manage BitLocker" in Windows) and any third-party antivirus software. 2. Update Methods
Now, let's open other relevant pages.
: Run the downloaded HP SoftPaq on a working Windows PC. Instead of installing, choose to Extract the files to a local folder.
: Fixes RAM detection errors and improves timing compatibility.
: Insert the USB into the 8000 Elite SFF. Turn on the PC and repeatedly tap F9 to open the Boot Menu. Select your USB drive.
Once the computer restarts and loads Windows, run msinfo32 again.