Wednesday, December 12, 2012

HP Pavilion G4 Windows 7 Driver

All driver compatible with Windows 7 32 and 64 bit (starter/home/home premium/professional/ultimate..) unless i provide separate download links. I try my best to create a post which provide drivers to all HP-G4 model.

READ FIRST:

1. Installing Driver: Download base on AMD and Intel model

HP Pavilion G4 - xxxxUS : Intel model
HP Pavilion G4 - xxxxCA : Intel model 
(intel model install all driver)

HP Pavilion G4 - xxxxNR : AMD Model
HP Pavilion G4 - xxxxXX : AMD Model
HP Pavilion G4 -xxxxDX : AMD Model
(Install all except Intel chipset (1-4)

2. Graphic Driver

There are different graphic driver across HP Pavilion G4 model, so here i listed the most driver wok with this model. At the end of the post i will provide alternative driver if the driver below didn't work.

Most of the HP G4 model use AMD graphic but some of them use Nvidia graphic, you should know the spec yourself (when you buying it, it mentioned in the specs) or test which work for you.


NOTE: If you need drivers for your model (specific), request here.
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CHIPSET DRIVER - (ALL INTEL DRIVERS):
(install all 3 - for intel model only)

1. Intel Chipset Installation Utility and Driver
Intel (R) 5 Series / 3400 Series Chipset Family
2011-05-06 , Version:9.2.0.1015, 2.38M
Download

2. MEI
Intel Management Engine Interface (MEI) Driver
2011-05-06 , Version:7.0.0.1144, 4.21M
Download

3. Intel Rapid Technology
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver
2011-10-24 , Version:10.5.0.1026, 11.4M
Download

4. Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver
2011-05-06 , Version:1.2.0.1002, 1.44M
Download


AUDIO/SOUND
IDT High-Definition (HD) Audio Driver
2011-05-06 , Version:6.10.6324.0, 33.67M
Download 


GRAPHIC/VGA/VIDEO
(Install Intel Graphic driver first, reboot and Install AMD Graphic Driver)

1. Intel High-Definition (HD) Graphics Driver
2011-10-24 , Version:8.15.10.2476, 67.61M
Download (32 bit)
Download (64-bit)

2a. AMD Graphic Driver
AMD High-Definition Graphics Driver
2011-11-18 , Version:8.900.7.1000, 174.98M
Download 

2b. Nvidia Graphic Driver
NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M
2011-7-15, Version 8.17.12.6847, 236.63M
Download 
(Instead of using HP driver, you can use driver from nvidia)
32-bit download link
64-bit download link


NETWORK - WIRLESS/WIFI
(There 3 applicable wifi driver, choose base on your specs)

1a)Intel Wireless Drivers, Intel PROSet, and Intel My WiFi for Microsoft Windows 7
2012-04-23 , Version:15.1.0.18, 158.89M
Download

1b)Intel Wireless Drivers for Microsoft Windows
2011-10-14 , Version:14.2, 26.2M (Driver only)
Download 

2.  Atheros 2011 Wireless LAN Driver
2011-05-24 , Version:9.20, 81.98M
Download

3. Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver for Microsoft Windows 7
2011-01-20 , Version:5.60.350.23, 43.62M
Download 


NETWROK - LAN/ETHERNET
Realtek Local Area Network (LAN) Driver
2011-10-24 , Version:7.48.823.2011, 5.77M
Donwload


BLUETOOTH:

1.Broadcom 2070 Bluetooth
2011-04-28 , Version:7, 63.17M
Donwload

2.Ralink/Motorola Bluetooth Adapter Driver
2011-11-04 , Version:3.0.43.307, 48.68M
Download


CARD READER
Realtek Card Reader Driver
2011-10-24 , Version:6.1.7601.85, 11.0M
Download 

TOUCHPAD
Synaptics TouchPad Driver
2011-08-12 , Version:15.3.11.0, 105.77M
Download



UTILITIES.
(here i listed the important utilities you need to install (optional), there are alot of utilities for this model, but didn't recomend to use them all)

1.Cyberlink YouCam Software
2012-04-30 , Version:3.5.3.5120(DE), 157.99M
Download

2.HP Quick Launch Software
2012-04-23 , Version:2.70, 3.84M
Download

3.HP Wireless Assistant
2010-07-21 , Version:4.0.10.0, 17.7M
Download

4.HP Power Manager Utility Software
2012-02-20 , Version:1.40, 6.14M
Download


Intel 965/965GM Windows 8 Driver

Different drivers = different result, that's what happened if you try to install intel graphic 965/965GM and failed. Windows 8 driver base on my experience is compatible with windows 7 driver, and windows 7 did support Intel 965/965GM Graphic chip. So I list several methods to install Intel 965/965GM Windows 8 Driver.

1. Automatic updates.
This method is not preferable for most users, since they only provide update for certain product. But this just work on acer aspire one AOD250 which using intel 965 express chipset family chip.

2. Using Intel Automatic Driver update Utility:
Go to this page http://downloadcenter.intel.com/ and click on the CONTINUE button under the Intel automatic update utility. It will prompt you to install something and install it, wait until detection finish and install the recommended driver. (You must have java installed).

3. Use original Windows 7 Driver
You can install using your original Windows 7 driver (choose 32 or 64 bit base on your OS). Right click and install as admin. If it doesn't work:

-Install using compatibility mode-
Right click on the setup, or installation file, select properties - compatibility - and set to windows 7. Right click again and select run as admin to install.

-Manual Installation-
a) Extract the driver files.
b) Open device manager, right click on standard VGA and select UPDATE DRIVER.
c) Select BROWSE MY COMPUTER FOR DEVICE DRIVER.
d) Select browse and point to the driver folder we extracted earlier.
e) continuw with on screen installation untill finish and reboot.

EXTRA:
From my research this driver reported work in many models:
Go to htis link:
http://downloadcenter.intel.com

On the search field type:
15.12.75.4.64

Select 64 or 32 bit from the search result (ther will be 3 version, 2 for 64 bit and the other one for 32 bit)

Download and install.
If you still have problems, do leave your comments and mention your laptop model.

Windows 8 Driver - AMD Radeon HD 7690M XT

 This driver especially for HP and COmpaq Use which use AMD Radeon HD 7690M XT.
The older driver cause drop in frame rate and crash while playing games. So, regarding this issue HP released new driver on November 23 2012. Yet not so much feedback from users, so your feedback is really appreciated, do state your model.

File name: sp59850.exe [297.14M]
Download link: http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59850.exe 

Supported Devices and Features
Intel Display Audio
Intel HD Graphics Family
Radeon HD 7590
Radeon HD 6490M
Radeon HD 6770M
Radeon HD 7470M
Radeon HD 7690M XT

 Operating Systems Microsoft Windows 8 Chinese Market 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Emerging Markets 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Enterprise 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Multi-Language 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Professional 64 Edition

Released: 2012-11-23
Version: 9.0.0.0

Compatibility:
Microsoft Windows 8 (64-bit) Fix/Enhancement: - Provides the Microsoft WHQL Certified driver. 

Sunday, December 9, 2012

AMD Radeon HD 7690M XT Windows 8 Driver

 This driver especially for HP and COmpaq Use which use AMD Radeon HD 7690M XT.
The older driver cause drop in frame rate and crash while playing games. So, regarding this issue HP released new driver on November 23 2012. Yet not so much feedback from users, so your feedback is really appreciated, do state your model.

File name: sp59850.exe [297.14M]
Download link: http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59850.exe

Supported Devices and Features
Intel Display Audio
Intel HD Graphics Family
Radeon HD 7590
Radeon HD 6490M
Radeon HD 6770M
Radeon HD 7470M
Radeon HD 7690M XT

 Operating Systems Microsoft Windows 8 Chinese Market 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Emerging Markets 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Enterprise 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Multi-Language 64 Edition ,Microsoft Windows 8 Professional 64 Edition

Released: 2012-11-23
Version: 9.0.0.0

Compatibility:
Microsoft Windows 8 (64-bit) Fix/Enhancement: - Provides the Microsoft WHQL Certified driver.

Intel 965/965GM Windows 8 Driver

Different drivers = different result, that's what happened if you try to install intel graphic 965/965GM and failed. Windows 8 driver base on my experience is compatible with windows 7 driver, and windows 7 did support Intel 965/965GM Graphic chip. So I list several methods to install Intel 965/965GM Windows 8 Driver.

1. Automatic updates.
This method is not preferable for most users, since they only provide update for certain product. But this just work on acer aspire one AOD250 which using intel 965 express chipset family chip.

2. Using Intel Automatic Driver update Utility:
Go to this page http://downloadcenter.intel.com/ and click on the CONTINUE button under the Intel automatic update utility. It will prompt you to install something and install it, wait until detection finish and install the recommended driver. (You must have java installed).

3. Use original Windows 7 Driver
You can install using your original Windows 7 driver (choose 32 or 64 bit base on your OS). Right click and install as admin. If it doesn't work:

-Install using compatibility mode-
Right click on the setup, or installation file, select properties - compatibility - and set to windows 7. Right click again and select run as admin to install.

-Manual Installation-
a) Extract the driver files.
b) Open device manager, right click on standard VGA and select UPDATE DRIVER.
c) Select BROWSE MY COMPUTER FOR DEVICE DRIVER.
d) Select browse and point to the driver folder we extracted earlier.
e) continuw with on screen installation untill finish and reboot.

EXTRA:
From my research this driver reported work in many models:
Go to htis link:
http://downloadcenter.intel.com

On the search field type:
15.12.75.4.64

Select 64 or 32 bit from the search result (ther will be 3 version, 2 for 64 bit and the other one for 32 bit)

Download and install.
If you still have problems, do leave your comments and mention your laptop model.

Dell Inspiron 1501 Windows XP Driver

Here i only listed the essential drivers needed for this model. Install according to order and do restart if the the installation request for it.

Chipset Driver
ATI SMBus / Chipset Driver
ATI SMBus INF
5.10.1000.7, A00 (4MB)
Download
 
Audio Driver
Sigmatel STAC 92XX C-Major HD Audio
5.10.0.5515 (8MB)
Download

 GRAPHIC
ATI Mobility Radeon Xpress 1150 Driver
8.31 XP WHQL 061011a-053721C-Dell, A07 (64.4MB)
Download

MODEM:
Conexant HDA D110 MDC V.92 WinXP Driver
V7.38.0 7.38.0, A05 (2MB)
Download

 PROCESSOR
AMD Processor Driver
1.3.2.6, A01 (5MB)
Download

WIRELESS/WIFI
Dell Wireless (US) WLAN Card
Download this driver if you reside in the US. This release supports the Dell Wireless 1350, 1370, 1450, 1470, 1390, 1490, and 1500 series Mini Card, MiniPCI and PC Card devices (not USB).
5.60.18.9, A14 (52MB)
Download

ETHERNET/LAN/WIRED CONNECTION
Broadcom 4401/B0 Ethernet Drivers
v4.60, A02 (4.5MB)
Download

 CARD READER
 Ricoh R5C832 Memory Card Drivers for Vista 32-Bit and XP/2K
1.0.1, A00 (582KB)
Download

TOUCHPAD
Synaptics Touchpad Driver
8.2.4.6, A17 (5MB)
Download

Download and run the downloaded files to install. If there are incompatible or any driver misiing do let me know in the comment section below.
If you need driver for other model do let me know by leaving you comment here:
Request Driver Version 4 


Webcam and bluetooth:
This model do not have bluetooth and webcam so no driver needed.
If you have webcam or bluetooth do check again your model.

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Compaq Presario CQ43-418TU Windows XP Driver

This model belong to Compaq presario CQ43-400 series notebook, and there are only 7 model available for this series. There are no Windows XP driver list in the official website, but there are drivers that i found compatible with the model and the driver is from HP themself, neither from third party nor others sources.

Form the HP released specifcation, this model have HD BrightView LED-backlit Display (1366 x 768 maximum native resolution). Hp recomend windows 7 for this model and by using windows XP and the drivers here is at your own risk.

Important thing to note that, I only provide the Atheros wireless driver, but there are released that use ralink or relatek wireless, and for that, i need your help to inform me the hardware ID for your wireless if the wireless driver provided didn't work.

CHIPSET 
Compaq Presario CQ43-101TU Chipset Driver XP 
Intel Chipset Installation Utility 
Download 

Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver 
Download 

GRAPHIC 
There are 2 Applicable Graphic for this model, choose base on your specs 

1. Intel Video/Graphics Driver 
Download 

ATI Mobility Radeon (AMD High Definition Graphic) 
Download 

AUDIO 
Realtek Audio Driver 
Download 

LAN/ETHERNET 
Realtek NIC Driver 
Download 

WIRELESS 
Atheros Wireless Driver 
Download 

Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver 
Download 

CARD READER 
Realtek Card Reader Driver 
Download 

Intel Management Engine Interface (MEI) Driver 
Download 

WEBCAM 
Download 

MODEM 
LSI High-Definition Audio (HDA) Modem 
Download 

TPUCHPAD 
Synaptics Touchpad Driver 
Download 
or 
Download 

please Download .Netframework before Quicklaunch: 
Net framework 2.0 
Download 

HP Quick Launch Buttons 
Download

BLUETOOTH
Realtek Motorolla Bluetooth
Download 

If you have problems or feedback, leave your comment in the section below, I'll try my best to reply asap.

HP 430 Windows 7 Driver

After installing Windows 7, most of the drivers automatically installed, so here i ONLY  listed all the important drivers.

1. Audio : Realtek High-Definition (HD) Audio Driver
Donwload


2. Chipset and Borad Driver.

a. Intel Chipset : Download
b. MEI - Intel management Interface : Download
c. Turbo boost : Download


3. Graphic/VGA
choose base on your laptop specs, either intel or AMD(ATI). For Intel graphic, install the chipset driver first.

Intel Graphic : 32 bit 64 bit
AMD/ATI Radeon HD 6370M Radeon HD 7450M: Download

4.  Intel Rapid Storage.
Download

This will install:
Intel(R) 5 Series 4 Port SATA AHCI Controller
Intel(R) Mobile Express Chipset SATA AHCI Controller
Intel(R) ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller

5. Synaptic Touchpad Driver
Download 

6. Realtek Card Reader Driver
Download

7. WEBCAM (Cyberlink Youcam)
Download

8. HP Quicklaunch
Download

9. NETWROK
Ralink Wireless : Download
Realtek Wireless : Download 
Atheros Wireless : Download

10. Bluetooth :
Atheros Bluetooth : Download
Realtek Motorolla Bluetooth : Download

11. Ethernet/LAN : 
Realtek Local Area Network LAN
Download

HP Pavilion DV3-2111TX Windows XP Driver

 Last update on Sept 6 , 2012

SATA DRIVERS:
Download

To install windows XP on this model you need to perform slipstreaming process which you can read here: http://laptop-driver.blogspot.com/2009/10/slipstreaming-guide-to-install-windows.html
Use the sata driver i give above.

CHIPSET:
Intel 82801IB ICH9 
Download

GRAPHIC:
NVIDIA GeForce G 105M/G 103M ver 6.14.11.7944
Download
If direct installation failed, use the driver above but by following the instruction here :
http://laptop-driver.blogspot.com/2009/11/installing-nvidia-geforce8200-in-cq60.html
This is a manual installation method, the method alsmot similar to install any driver, the different is the driver file.

PROTETCION
HP 3D DriveGuard for Microsoft Windows XP 
Download

QUICKLAUNCH BUTTON
HP Qiucklaunch Button Version: 6.40.13.1
Download

Unknown device
Download
extract the file and right click on oem0.inf and select install

BLUETOOTH:
HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth 2.0 Wireless Technology
Download

TOUCHPAD
Synaptics PS/2 Port TouchPad
Download 

FINGERPRINT
Validity Fingerprint Sensor Driver (VFS201)
download

CARD RADER
Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader Driver
Download sp33839
or
Donwload SP242719
or 
Download (from realtek website)

INFRARED:
ENE CIR Receiver
Download
(note that for most other compaq mode, example CQ35, CQ40, DV7 etc use the same infrared Driver which the driver file known as SP41661)

WIRELESS:
For DV3 model, they equip with one of the 3 type wireless, either broadcom, intel or atheros, so you must choose base on your specs. If you dont know which to choose, try which work for you, don't worry because installing wrong driver will not harm your system.

Intel Wireless:
Intel(R)WiFi Link 5100 AGN 
Download

Atheros Wireless
Atheros AR9285 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter
Download(vista driver)

Broadcom wireless:
Download

LAN/ETHERNET:
Realtek RTL8168D/8111D PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Download

1. download the driver, extract the driver
2. Open device manager (click start - run -type DEVMGMT.MSC ) ,
3. right click on the network controller mark with yellow select update driver
4. No to connect, Select andvance
5. Select browse and point to the driver folder we extracted earlier.
6. continue with on screen instruction.

AUDIO:
1. Install MS-UAA and restart:
Windows XP SP2: Download (KB888111) or link
Windows XP SP3: Download (KB835221)


2. Install the Adudio:
IDT 92HD75B1/92HD75B2 @ Intel 82801IB ICH9 - High Definition Audio Controller WINXP driver
Download

 If direct installation failed, we need to do manual install, so i write a post how to manually install your sound  READ IT HERE. (even this is for CQ35 series, it use the same driver with DV3)

Then install this pacth if sound not working
Download

NOTE:

AUDIO DRIVER -
The audio may not work after restart so there are 2 way to solve this;
1. Update the BIOS
2. start up tweak : Read here

1. Update BIOS: Download
Download this file, extract and run the WinFlash.Bat
(remember wrong flash may harm you system so do it carefully and assisted by someone who have the experienced)

Compaq Presario CQ60-117EL Windows XP Driver

CHIPSET:
Nvdia Chipset 15.26 nForce Drivers
Download

GRAPHIC
Nvidia Geforce8200M G Graphics Card:
Download
If direct install failed follow guide here

AUDIO
1. Fisrt for Audio installation you need to install KB888111 first and restart.
MS UAA
Download (KB888111)
file name is SP32646

2. Download Your audio driver and extract and install
 Conexant SmartAudio 221:
Download

If failed. follow installation guide here.


WIRELESS:
If you have intel wireless
Intel: Download
(requires windows installer 3.0 installed first)

If you have Atheros wireless
Wireless Atheros AR5009:
Download

If you have Broadcom Wireless
Broadcom: Download

BLUETOOTH
HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth Wireless for Windows XP:
Download

WIRELESS UTILITIES
HP Wireless Assistant:
Download


CARD READER
Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader:
Download
if the above drivers didn't work use this:
Download

WEBCAM
(Automatically installed)
if not here is the drivers: Download

QUICKLAUNCH (BUTTON)
Net framework 2.0 (isntall before Quicklauch)
Download 

HP Quick Launch Buttons
Download

LIGHTSCRIBE:
Lightscribe system software
Download