What is HPSetCfg.exe and how to use it?
HPSetCfg.exe is a tool that allows an HP Authorized service partner to program the Serial Number and Model number on certain HP, Compaq, Pavilion, and Presario branded notebooks[^3^]. It is part of the HP BIOS Configuration Utility (BCU) package that provides a scriptable interface for managing BIOS settings on HP supported models[^1^].
To use HPSetCfg.exe, you need to have a valid HP Authorized Service Partner ID and follow these steps:
HPSetCfg.exe
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Download the latest version of BCU from here and extract the files to a folder on your system.
Run HPSetCfg.exe as an administrator from the command prompt or PowerShell.
Enter your service partner ID when prompted.
Enter the Serial Number and Model number of the notebook you want to program. You can also use a text file with the format \"SerialNumber,Model\" for multiple systems.
Confirm the changes and reboot the system.
HPSetCfg.exe is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 and 11 operating systems. It does not support XP systems that have set the BIOS setup password[^1^]. It supports various HP and Compaq models, such as 515, 516, 615, 6440b, 6445b, 6540b, 6545b, 2230s, 6530b, 6530s, 6531s[^3^] and more. You can check the full list of supported models on the BCU website[^1^].
HPSetCfg.exe is a useful tool for HP service partners who need to update the Serial Number and Model number of HP notebooks. However, it should be used with caution and only by authorized personnel. Improper use of this tool may cause damage to the system or void the warranty.
In this section, we will show some usage examples of HPSetCfg.exe for different scenarios. Please note that these examples are for illustration purposes only and may not work for your specific model or situation. Always refer to the BCU User Guide[^1^] for more details and instructions.
Example 1: Program a single system with a new Serial Number and Model number
Suppose you have a HP EliteBook 8540p Notebook PC that needs to be programmed with a new Serial Number and Model number. You can use HPSetCfg.exe to do this by following these steps:
Download the latest drivers and firmware for your model from here and install them on your system.
Download the latest version of BCU from here and extract the files to a folder on your system, such as C:\\BCU.
Open a command prompt or PowerShell window as an administrator and navigate to the folder where you extracted BCU, such as C:\\BCU.
Type HPSetCfg.exe and press Enter. You will be prompted to enter your service partner ID.
Type your service partner ID and press Enter. You will be prompted to enter the new Serial Number and Model number for your system.
Type the new Serial Number and Model number separated by a comma, such as XXXXXXXX,HP EliteBook 8540p and press Enter. You will be asked to confirm the changes.
Type Y and press Enter to confirm the changes. The tool will program the new Serial Number and Model number on your system and display a success message.
Reboot your system for the changes to take effect.
Example 2: Program multiple systems with different Serial Numbers and Model numbers
Suppose you have several HP notebooks of different models that need to be programmed with different Serial Numbers and Model numbers. You can use HPSetCfg.exe to do this by following these steps:
Create a text file with the Serial Numbers and Model numbers of each system separated by commas, such as:
XXXXXXXX,HP EliteBook 8540p
YYYYYYYY,HP Compaq 6530b
ZZZZZZZZ,HP Pavilion dv6
Save the text file with a name of your choice, such as SN_MN.txt, in a folder on your system, such as C:\\BCU.
Download the latest drivers and firmware for each model from here and install them on each system.
Download the latest version of BCU from here and extract the files to the same folder on each system, such as C:\\BCU.
Open a command prompt or PowerShell window as an administrator and navigate to the folder where you extracted BCU, such as C:\\BCU.
Type HPSetCfg.exe /f:SN_MN.txt and press Enter. You will be prompted to enter your service partner ID.
Type your service partner ID and press Enter. The tool will read the text file and program each system with the corresponding Serial Number and Model number. It will display a success message for each system.
Reboot each system for the changes to take effect.
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