HP PCs – OMEN BIOS setup utility information and menu options
The BIOS controls communication between system devices such as the disk drive, display, and keyboard. It also stores configuration information, such as information for peripheral types, the startup sequence, and extended memory amounts. Each BIOS version is customized based on the computer hardware configuration, and includes a built-in setup utility to access and change certain computer settings.
Update the BIOS
Updating the BIOS is recommended as standard maintenance of the computer. It can also help to resolve specific issues, improve computer performance, or provide support for hardware components or Windows upgrades.
If you need to update the BIOS, go to HP Consumer Desktop PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) (Windows) or HP Consumer Notebook PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) (Windows). You can update the BIOS whether or not Windows starts.
Open OMEN Setup Utility
The OMEN Setup Utility allows you to view security, configuration, boot options. UEFI HII configuration, and other settings for your gaming laptop or desktop. You must access the OMEN Setup Utility to configure various settings for your gaming laptop or desktop.
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Turn off the computer and wait five seconds.
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Turn on the computer, and then immediately press the esc key repeatedly until the Startup Menu opens.
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Press the appropriate function key to open the OMEN Setup Utility.
Main tab settings
The Main tab in the OMEN Setup Utility shows product information such as product name, number and family, system board ID, BIOS version, and basic specifications.
Security tab settings
The Security tab allows you to set an administrator password and configure TPM settings.
Note:
HP recommends that you do not set an administrator password.
Configuration tab settings (desktops)
The Configuration tab allows you to view the fan speeds and other power-related features, and to enable virtualization.
Configuration tab settings (notebooks)
The Configuration tab allows you to enable virtualization, action keys, the graphics-switching battery optimizer, and other power-related features.
Boot options settings (desktops)
The Boot Options tab allows you to change the boot order and configure other boot options.
Boot options settings (notebooks)
The Boot Options tab allows you to change the boot order and configure other boot options.
Advanced settings
The Advanced tab enables you to configure XMP memory speeds and other memory settings.
Note:
See HP OMEN PCs – Configure XMP-compatible memory that is not verified by HP for instructions on using XMP memory.
UEFI HII Configuration settings
The UEFI HII Configuration tab enables you to configure the Intel Rapid Storage Technology and RAID storage settings.
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