TITLE: HP Firmware Pack (Q85)

VERSION: 01.09.01 REV: A PASS: 1
DESCRIPTION:
This package creates files that contain an image of the System BIOS (ROM) for
the supported notebook models with Q85 or Q91 family ROM. This package is used
to flash the System ROM on a supported notebook.

This BIOS upgrade package also includes the following firmware:

Intel Management Engine (Consumer) v11.8.70.3626
Embedded Controller (EC) v02.38.00
Intel VBIOS 9.0.1052 B3
NVIDIA VBIOS 82.08.70.00.59
Intel GOP 9.0.1067 B4
USB Type-C PD Firmware (CCG4) v8.10
Intel/Realtek PXE ROM RTL8111 v2.65
RTL8153 v2.019 (2016/06/28)
Intel/Realtek UEFI PXE ROM RTL8111 v2.039

PURPOSE: Critical
SOFTPAQ FILE NAME: SP99752.exe
SOFTPAQ MD5: e68fe94e5011f255b53c081ff363b77b
SUPERSEDES: SP98617
EFFECTIVE DATE: November 08, 2019
CATEGORY: BIOS
SSM SUPPORTED: Yes

PRODUCT TYPE(S):
Notebooks

HARDWARE PRODUCT MODEL(S):
HP ProBook 440 G5 Notebook PC
HP ProBook 470 G5 Notebook PC
HP ProBook 430 G5 Notebook PC
HP ProBook 450 G5 Notebook PC

OPERATING SYSTEM(S):
Microsoft Windows 10 All Editions (32-bit)
Microsoft Windows 10 All Editions (64-bit)
Microsoft Windows 10 IOT Enterprise 32-Bit (x86)

LANGUAGE(S): Global

ENHANCEMENTS:
This BIOS upgrade package includes the following firmware:

Intel Management Engine (Consumer) v11.8.70.3626
Embedded Controller (EC) v02.38.00
Intel VBIOS 9.0.1052 B3
NVIDIA VBIOS 82.08.70.00.59
Intel GOP 9.0.1067 B4
USB Type-C PD Firmware (CCG4) v8.10
Intel/Realtek PXE ROM RTL8111 v2.65
RTL8153 v2.019 (2016/06/28)
Intel/Realtek UEFI PXE ROM RTL8111 v2.039

- Provides separate Administrator and User DriveLock passwords in the F10 setup
interface.
- Adds a feature to query DriveLock settings using the HP BIOS Configuration
Utility (BCU).
- Adds a feature in the F10 setup interface to support the Enhanced Secure Erase
command for an ATA drive on the system.
- Enhancement to address security vulnerabilities CVE-2019-0131, CVE-2019-0166,
CVE-2019-0168, CVE-2019-0169, CVE-2019-11087, CVE-2019-11088, CVE-2019-11090,
CVE-2019-11097, CVE-2019-11100, CVE-2019-11101, CVE-2019-11102, CVE-2019-11104,
CVE-2019-11106, CVE-2019-11109, CVE-2019-11110, CVE-2019-11131, CVE-2019-11132,
CVE-2019-11147.
- Enhancement to address security vulnerabilities CVE-2019-0154.
- Enhancement to address security vulnerabilities CVE-2019-0124.
- Enhances the Battery Health Manager feature to prevent battery swelling by
controlling the battery charging behavior based on system usage.
- Enhancement to address security vulnerabilities CVE-2019-0185.
- Enhancement to address security vulnerabilities CVE-2019-0123, CVE-2019-0117,
CVE-2019-11135, CVE-2019-11139.

FIXES:
- Fixes an issue that occurs when a system using F10 setup interface attempts to
update the firmware via FTP server with proxy where the system reports the
error, Failure during data transfer (maximum downloaded content size exceeded).
- Fixes an issue that occurs after the Management Engine (ME) protected password
is set and then the ME is updated (flashed) over 50% where the system displays
the message, correct password entered.
- Fixes an issue where the system intermittently enters hibernation after the
system is idle for approximately 2 hours in battery mode while HP Sure Run and
Bitlocker are enabled.
- Fixes an issue where certain SanDisk USB drives are not listed in F9 Boot
Menu.
- Fixes an issue where the system stops functioning (hangs) after the BIOS is
flashed when Trusted Execution Technology (TXT) is enabled and performs a
Trusted Boot (TBOOT).
- Fixes an issue where the system does not recharge properly when the system is
connected to an HP E243d or a Philips 328P docking monitor via USB-C port.
- Fixes an issue that occurs when a system running on battery power (DC mode)
enters S5 (soft off) state and is then connected to AC power where the system
does not Wake-On-LAN (WOL).
- Fixes an issue where PCR1 values are changed after performing a cold boot or
when the system is restarted.

PREREQUISITES:


HOW TO USE:
1. Download the file by clicking the Download or Obtain Software button and
saving the file to a folder on your hard drive (make a note of the folder where
the downloaded file is saved).

2. Double-click the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions.


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