29 Apr 2014

Acer Aspire One AOD270 Drivers Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1

Acer released Windows 7 32-bit support for this model and the reason for 32-bit is Intel GMA 3600/3650, the important issue about this graphic is it only released to work with windows 7 32-bit. Intel, Microsoft Update and Acer dodn't have support for other OS and it is officially state that this graphic design to work with windows 7 32-bit, not 64-bit. This netbook comes with 1GB of RAM. You need Minimum 4GB RAM to run Windows 64-bit or Other 64-bit OS. I already download and checked the drivers files (except audio and bluetooth - the file size is to big), so I re-make the driver list base on actual compatibility provided by each drivers. Some of them support all there OS (windows XP/Vista and 7). You may notice ACER named the driver x86 which refer to 32-bit system but if you check the drivers it also contain 64-bit support. Lastly to complete the list, I check the vendor website for additional support, example the original LAN drivers only support windows 7 32 and 64-bit. So, I just went to Realtek support site and look for download links for windows XP/Vista/8/8.1. They also list out support for other OS such Linux and Window Server/Media Center.

My recommendation : Choose windows 7 32-bit or Lightweight OS such as Linux Mint


3G Driver
Huawei 3G module Driver
Version 6.0.1.289, 2.6MB
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download
Then Install the application for your 3G.

SATA
Intel SATA AHCI Driver
Version 10.1.0.1008, 10.3MB
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Card Reader
Realtek PCIe Card Reader Driver (RTS5208)
Version 6.1.7601.83_110513, 10.2MB
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Audio
Realtek High Definition Audio Driver
Version 6.0.1.6374 /Latest
Original Driver Windows 7 32-bit, 149.9MB : Download
Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 (32/64-bit): Download (note 1)

Chipset
Intel NM10 Express Chipset
Version 9.1.1.1025 (2MB),  9.2.2.1034 (2.7MB)
Windows XP (32/64-bit): Download
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download
Latest Drivers : Download from Intel

Graphic - VGA
Intel GMA 3600 series (GMA 3650)
Version 8.14.8.1075, 17.2MB
Original Drivers : Windows 7 32-bit : Download
If you need driver for other operating system, you need to read my post here since there are no support officially released.
Windows XP/Vista/7/8 : Download Link and Tutorial

LAN - Ethernet
Realtek GBE/FE LAN Driver (8169/8168/8139) Note 2
Version (xp : 5.606.811.2003, 4.6MB) (  win 7 : 7.049.927.2011, 5.6MB)
Windows XP (32/64-bit) : Download
Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Download
Other OS (win vista/ win 8/ linux) : Download (from realtek)

Modem 
LSI USB 2.0 Soft Modem Driver Note 3
(Version 2.2.99 , 1MB - ori) (winxp/Vis/7 2.2.99.0)
Original Driver Windows 7 32-bit : Download
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Touchpad
Elantech Touchpad Driver
Version 11.6.2.1, 177.0MB
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download 

Touchpad
Synaptic Touchpad Driver
Version 16.2.10.19 , 128.5MB
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download
Latest Drivers Win2k/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1: Download

Wireless
There are 3 applicable wireless drivers, choose base on your specification

Intel Wireless :
Intel PROSet Wireless Driver
Version 12.0.2.2, 139.0MB
Windows XP : Download
Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Broadcom Wireless:
Version 5.100.196.8, 78.7MB
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Atheros Wireless:
Version 9.2.0.469
Windows XP : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

ATheros Bluetooth
Version 7.4.0000.0095, 177.4MB
Windows XP : Download
Windows 8 : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Broadcom Bluetooth
Windows XP : Download 
Windows 8 : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Webcam
Cyberlink webcam Application
Version 1.5.2108.00, 31MB
Windows XP/Vista/7/8 (32/64-bit) : Download

Launch Manager
Dritek Launch Manager Application
Version 5.1.7.2308, 7.1MB
Windows XP/Vista/7/8 (32/64-bit) : Download 

Windows 8 Upgrade Guide

Clean install is not recommended, upgrading form windows 7 is a better choice because windows 8 will analyze current driver and re-install it in windows 8. Sometimes windows 7 drivers works with windows 8 and upgrading from windows 7 will make your work easier because windows 8 will automatically reconfigure the drivers for you. Clean install however require certain steps to install such as right click and troubleshoot compatibility before installation.

Windows 8 will automatically install the following drivers. First make sure to turn on windows automatic updates and install the available updates, reboot after installation.
Modem
Audio
Chipset
3G

Modem:
Available through Microsoft Automatic updates, turn on your automatic updates on windows 8 and let it download the available updates, install and reboot, or download manually from link below.
Version 2.2.102.0 , release august 2010, 889kb x86, 907kb x64
Windows 8/8.1/7/Vista/XP 32-bit : Download
Windows 8/8.1/7/Vista/XP 64-bit : Download
Require Manual Installation to install.

Touchpad
Elantech Touchpad Driver
Windows 8 (32/64-bit) : Download

Touchpad
Latest verison 17.0.19 (all languages) 118.1MB
Win2k/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1: Download

Wireless:
Broadcom : Download
Atheros : Windows 8 32-bit | Windows 8 64-bit
Intel : Automatic

Card Reader:
Version 6.2.8400.28124, 10MB
Windows 8 (32/64-bit) : Download


Note 1: The download link for windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 will redirect you to the realtek download site. First click on the "I agree with the term and agreement" then you will see all drivers from windows 2000/2003/2K/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 listed. Now choose base on your operating system. You may notice in the bracket which is (excutable file) and (zip file). The difference is executable file let you install the driver right away after download and zip file require extraction/unzipping process before installing the file.

Note 2: The download link for windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 will redirect you to the realtek download site. You will see all drivers from windows 2000/2003/2K/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 listed. Now choose base on your operating system. You may notice in the bracket which is (excutable file) and (zip file). The difference is executable file let you install the driver right away after download and zip file require extraction/unzipping process before installing the file.

Note 3: (also known as Agere/Liteon System 2.0 Soft Modem) - Link taken from Acer travelmate 4740G (it use similar hardware with AOD270 and also list driver for windows XP, the hardware ID match each other). If you run Windows Automatic updates, it will automatically install version 2.2.102.0 which is the latest drivers.  

Intel GMA3600/GMA3650 Drivers and Information

Intel GMA3600 and GMA3650 is based on PowerVR SGX545, the difference is GMA3600 clocked at 400Mhz and GMA3650 at 600MHz compare to PowerVR which clocked at 200MHz. We can say that GMA3600 and GMA3650 is not really an Intel GPU but a rebadged PowerVR SGX545.

GMA3600 : Mostly found in the Intel Atom N2600 processor and Atom D2500 models.
GMA3650 : Mostly found in found in Atom N2800, Atom D2550, Atom D2500, Atom D2600 and D2700 Models.

Content:

1. Direct X and Games Compatibility
2. Drivers
  • Windows XP Drivers 32-bit
  • Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista 32-bit Drivers
  • Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista 64-bit Drivers 
  • Driver for Linux Distribution
3. How to Enable Metro UI in Windows 8 and 8.1


DirectX and Games Capability

Intel Originally claimed both GPUs support DirectX 10.1 but due to driver issues it only support DirectX 9.0c. This is not a big problem to discuss, because the GPUs itself cannot handle DirectX 10 games very well. Here is simple summary from Windows Experience Index:

Graphic: Desktop Performance for Windows Aero : 5.6
Gaming Graphic : 3D Business and Gaming Graphics : 3.2


Drivers For GMA 3600 and GMA 3650

I think it is important to list out all support available on one page, sadly I didn't found any solution for windows XP 64-bit. If you know or have information about it, do let me know in the comment section below.

Requirement:
  • The software should be installed on system with at least 1GB of system memory (RAM). 
  • Intel® Atom™ D2500, Intel® Atom™ D2550, Intel® Atom™ D2700
    Intel® Atom™ N2100, Intel® Atom™ N2600, and Intel® Atom™ N2800
  • Intel Graphic Media Accelerator 3600 Series (GMA3600 and GMA3650) 
Windows XP Drivers 32-bit

I found a driver posted by someone on the internet which worked with XP. I believe he/she already modded the drivers so that it is compatible with GMA3600. (more info below)

Intel Graphic Media Accelerator for windows XP 32-bit
Version 1.15.0.3278, 2.05MB
Download (4shared)

*You need to register (free) to download the files. I do not upload the file, just found it on the internet. If you dound other download link, share it with others.

You must Install it Manually : (example with picture here)
1. Extract the driver file, remember the extraction folder location. For this tutorial let just extract it to desktop. (you will need winrar or 7zip software to extract it)
2. Open device manager by click start - run - and type devmgmt.msc
3. Right lick on the IGMA 3600 (with yellow mark) and select update driver.
4. Select " no, not this time"and select "advance, install from a list of specific location".
5. Select don;t search I will choose the driver to install.
6. Click Have disk (also uncheck "show compatible hardware if that option available").
7. Click Browse and Point to the driver we extract earlier on the desktop.
8. Select the iegd.inf or iegd, OK and proceed with on screen installation.
9. Reboot after installation finish.

If you know about moded thingy then it is not hard to understand. Base on the driver version, it is originally  for Atom™ N2000/D2000 Series Embedded Media and Graphics Driver (check MSI Driver here - original file). When I look at the inf file changes was made in several part and worth to point out here is at the Localizable Strings section.

    Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 32-bit Drivers:

    Released by Intel Website:
    Version 8.0.4.1.1096, 17.08MB : Windows Vista and Windows 7 (32-bit) : Download Link
    Version 8.0.4.1.1091, 17.12MB : Windows Vista and Windows 7 (32-bit) : Download Link
    Version 8.0.4.1.1089, 17.12MB : Windows Vista and Windows 7 (32-bit) : Download Link

    Released by Acer
    Version 8.14.10.2117, 21.8MB : Windows 7 32-bit (may support vista x86): Download Link

    Windows 8 32-bit :
    Since Intel does not plan to provide updates for this GPU anymore. We can only use Windows 7 drivers which show slight improvement over standard VGA graphic driver which automatically installed by Windows 8.
    If resulting in error you need to troubleshoot compatibility (right click on the driver and select troubleshoot compatibility) and set to windows 7.


    Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 64-bit Drivers:

    Currently Intel and your notebook manufacture site doesn't provide any support for 64-bit. The only drivers that most people use is:

    GFX_Vista_Win7_64_8.15.8.1050_Beta5.exe

    You can google it for download, here I listed several website that provides the download link:
    Download Link 1 (tested, installed and worked)
    Download Link 2

    Just install directly and reboot.


    Driver for Linux Distribution :

    Intel Released Driver for Linux Distribution on the download site, 
    File Name : cdv-gfx-drivers-1.0.3_bee.tar.bz2
    Version 1.0.3, 3.72MB (32-bit)
    Driver Download

    Arch Linux :  Installation Instruction
    Ubuntu, Meego OS, Linux Mint ? - Need more info on this please share if you have any information.


    How to enable Metro UI  in Windows 8/8.1

    Either you manage to install Windows 7 drivers in Windows 8, or stay with the standard Graphic adapter you can enable the Metro UI by editing the Registry Value. This tutorial seems quite advance for non tech-savvy but believe me it is easy, here is the tutorial with pictures : http://laptop-driver.blogspot.com/2014/04/how-to-enable-metro-ui-in-windows-8-and.html

    (Disclaimer :
    This tutorial is for educational purpose only, I don not own the files and it is belong to the respected owner, permission to use any of the the files is your own responsibility.)

    How to Enable Metro UI in Windows 8 and Windows 8.1

    Certain Notebook and PC such as 10.1 inch Netbook unable to support Metro UI by default.This is because 10.1 inch Netbook maximum resolution is 1024 x 600 where minimum requirement for Metro UI is 1024 x 768. So in this tutorial we will make changes to Registry Editor which will improve your Maximum resolution required to run Metro UI.

    1. Open your registry Editor by : Press Windows key + R button and then type REGEDIT and press enter.


    2. A registry Editor will open, now we want to look for Disply1_DownScalingSupported . To do that simply press CTRL + F button on your keyboard and type Disply1_DownScalingSupported and the press enter.


    3. Double Click on it and change the value from 0 to 1. Now reboot your PC for changes to take place.


    4. Now go to Display setting and you will see you will have new maximum resolution and commonly it is 1152 x 864. Change your maximum resolution to use Metro UI.

    28 Apr 2014

    Compaq 320 Drivers Windows XP/Vista/7

    Please install according to the order below. It is important to make sure all of the drivers installed properly. Here is important notes before installing the drivers:

    1. All the drivers is from HP server, so it is your original drivers not from third/other party.
    2. Remember to install patch before audio for windows XP. If you skip this step the audio installation will be unsuccessful. 
    3. Storage Driver.  Intel Rapid Storage Technology (RST) Driver that enables the Intel Storage Controller. The RST driver, which is the new Intel Hard Drive Storage Driver, includes Microsoft Windows 7 TRIM command support for solid state drives (SSDs), as well as adding support for new hard drives with 4-KB sectors (also known as 4K hard drives).

    Chipset
    Intel Chipset Installation Utility
    Version 9.1.1.1025, 2MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

     
    Storage
    Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver (MSM)
    (Provide update Serial ATA (SATA) and AHCI.)
    Version 8.6.9.1002, 18MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    *You can choose either to use Intel Matrix Storage Manager (MSM) or Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver (RST) for your Storage driver. (recommended : RST) -see note 1

    Storage
    Intel Rapid Storage Technology (RST) 
    Version 9.6.0.1014, 6MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download


    Audio Patch
    For Microsoft Windows XP Operating Systems, the Microsoft Universal Audio Architecture (UAA) Driver must be installed before installing the audio driver. Reboot after installation.
    Download (From HP Server) 
    Download (From Microsoft)

    Audio
    IDT High Definition Audio Driver
    Version (5.10.6268.0 and 6.10.6268.0) , 27MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Graphic
    ATI/AMD HD 54xx and 53xv series
    Version 8.743.2.5-110315A-115833C 
    Windows XP, 136MB : Download
    Windows Vista/7 32-bit, 128MB : Download
    Windows Vista/7 64-bit : Download

    Graphic
    Intel Graphic Driver and control Panel
    Version 8.15.10.2057
    Windows XP, 17MB : Download
    Windows Vista/7 32-bit, 128MB : Download
    Windows Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : 129MB: Download

    Hotkey
    HP Hotkey Support for keyboard with HP Quicklaunch button.
    Requirements: Please Install .NetFramework 3.5 SP1 or above first.
    Version 4.0.3.1, 17MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Touchpad
    Version 15.0.4, 29MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Webcam/Camera
    HP Universal Webcam Driver
    Version 2.00, 45MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Modem
    LSI High Definition Audio Modem
    Version 2.2.98.0, 5.9MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit): Download

    LAN - Ethernet
    Realtek PCIe GBE and FE Family Controller
    Version 1.00, 5.4MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    HP Webcam Software
    Please install webcam driver above first before installing this application.Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download 

    HP battery Check : 
    Useful and free utility which let you monitor your battery status.
    Windows XP 32/64-bit : Download 
    Windows 7/Vitsa 32/64-bit , 9MB : Download



    Webcam:  Additional information before installing the driver.
    • Recommendation: For Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit systems, the Essential System Updates for Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Critical Updates must be installed. (turn on windows update)
    • For Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit systems, Microsoft KB933906 is required.


    Note :
    1. Rapid Storage Technology (RST) Driver that enables the Intel Storage Controller. The RST driver, which is the new Intel Hard Drive Storage Driver, includes Microsoft Windows 7 TRIM command support for solid state drives (SSDs), as well as adding support for new hard drives with 4-KB sectors (also known as 4K hard drives).

    27 Apr 2014

    HP 2000-2d60dx Windows 7 Drivers

    Officially HP only released windows 8 64-bit and Windows 8.1 64-bit drivers for this model. If you plan to install windows 7, here is the drivers you will need to install.

    *Chipset Driver, your model does not need to install chipset driver since most AMD model automatically installed the chipset driver along with the windows and graphic driver installation.

    Audio
    Realtek High Definition (HD) Audio Driver
    Version 6.0.1.6937, 171.76MB
    Windows 7 and Windows 8 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Graphic
    AMD Radeon HD 8400 Graphic Driver
    Please install .Net 4.5 first before installing graphic driver.

    Version 13.XX (Download from AMD)
    Select latest Beta Driver from the List
    Windows 7 32-bit : Download
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download

    Graphic
    Intel(R) HD Graphics (4000) Driver
    Version 8.15.10.2696, 112.78MB
    *If you already run Microsoft updates, it will automatically installed the graphic driver. So you don't have to download and install this driver.
    Windows 7 32-bit : Download
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download 
    Latest driver can be found here:  Link (install auto-detect and run the software)

    Touchpad
    Synaptics TouchPad Driver 
    version:16.0.1.0, 108.38M 
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download

    Keyboard
    HP Wireless Button
    Version 1.1.2.1, 2.82MB
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    LAN/Ethernet
    Realtek Local Area Network (LAN) Driver
    Version:7.50.1123.2011, 5.8M
    Download 

    Card Reader
    Realtek Card Reader Driver
    2012-04-27 , Version:6.1.7601.29011, 11.01M
    Download

    *You need to choose one (1) for wireless and bluetooth, choose base on your specification.

    Wireless Drivers

    Realtek RTL8188EE Wireless LAN Driver
    Version:1.00, 25.1MB
    Download

    Ralink 802.11 b/g/n WiFi Adapter
    Version:3.2.13.0, 22.39M
    Download

    Atheros Wireless LAN Driver
    Version:9.2.0.480, 82.96M
    Download 

    Bluetooth Drivers for HP 2000 Windows 7

    Broadcom Bluetooth 4.0 Driver and Software
    2012-04-02 , Version:6.5, 234.14M
    Download

    Atheros Bluetooth 4.0+HS Driver
    2012-01-18 , Version:7.4.0.115, 279.32M
    Download 

    Ralink Bluetooth
    Version 9.2.10.22, 84.79MB
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    HP 625 Drivers (Windows XP/Vista/7) and Windows 8/8.1 Upgrade

    HP officially released all support for widows XP, Vista and Windows 7 for HP 625 Notebook PC. If you plan to upgrade to windows 8, you can read windows 8 upgrade guide which I will describe in this post.

    Divers:
    There are lots of downloads available on the official  support page and you may confuse which you need to install. I rearrange the drivers base on order which you need to install first, second and so on. Only important drivers listed, optional installation such as utility excluded from this list because it is only optional.

    1. Chipset and CPU:
    AMD M880G Chipset/AMD Processor
    Since this model uses AMD chipset, you do not have to install any chipset drivers because all chipsets components will be installed along with graphic driver installation. You can update your processor by installing:

    AMD processor Update:
    Only for Windows XP, Windows Vista and above does not need any update for the processor.
    Windows XP : 6.8MB : Download

    Audio Patch !
    For Microsoft Windows XP Operating Systems, the Microsoft Universal Audio Architecture (UAA) Driver must be installed before installing the audio driver. Reboot after installation. (KB 888111)
    Download (From HP Server) 
    Download (From Microsoft)

    2. Audio
    IDT (92HD88) High Definition Audio Driver
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 28MB: Download

    3. Graphic
    ATI Video Driver and Control Panel 
    (ATI Mobility radeon HD 4200)
    Windows XP (32/64-bit) 91MB: Download
    Windows 7/Vista(32/64-bit) 124MB : Download

    4. Webcam/Camera
    HP Universal Camera Driver (International)
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 45MB: Download

    Then Install Hp webcam software to use your webcam, it is optional, you can use other 3rd party software such as Cyberlink cam software:

    HP Webcam Software (International)
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 31MB: Download


    3. Keyboard/Input
    HP Hotkey Support
    (Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft Natural PS/2 Keyboard with HP Quick Launch Buttons (QLB))
    Requirements: Please Install .NetFramework 3.5 SP1 or above first.
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 17MB: Download

    4. Touchpad
    HP Synaptic Touchpad Driver
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 29MB: Download

    5. Modem
    LSI High-Definition Audio (HDA) Modem Driver
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 5.9MB: Download

    6.  Wireless
    Most HP 650 Notebook PC uses Broadcom Wireless Drivers, but there are 3 other drivers listed on the official download page means you must select base on your specification. If you have no idea which to download, you can try base on the lists order, or leave your comment in the comment section below and I will assist you to download the right wireless driver.
     a) Broadcom Wireless
     Broadcom 802.11 b/g/n (BCM 43225 and 4313)
     Windows XP, 10.3MB : Download
     Windows Vista (32/64-bit), 21MB : Download
     Windows 7 (32/64-bit), 86MB : Download
     b) Realtek Wireless
     Realtek RTL8191SE 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN Driver 19MB :
     (Windows XP, Vista, 7 32/64-bit) Download

     c) Atheros Wireless 
     Atheros 2011 Wireless LAN Driver (International)
     (Windows XP, Vista, 7 32/64-bit), 82MB : Download

     d) Ralink Wireless
     Ralink 802.11 b/g/n WiFi Adapter
     (Windows XP, Vista, 7 32/64-bit), 11MB :  Download

    7. LAN- Ethernet
    This driver will install LAN/Ethernet port driver in your system so you can use wired Internet or Intranet connection.
    Realtek PCIe GBE/FE Family Ethernet Controller
    Windows XP, Vista, 7 (32/64-bit) 8.4MB: Download

    8. Storage
    AMD SATA AHCI Controller Driver
    (Only for windows XP because Windows Vista and 7 does not require this driver, example: If you try to install windows XP and you get an error "No hard Disk Found", so you need to use Floppy or Integrate the SATA driver into new installation disk to install windows XP - Read more
    Windows XP, 5.3MB : Download

    9. Bluetooth
    There are 2 applicable/possible bluetooth drivers. You need to choose base on your specification. Now most of us use smart phone which have USB cable connection, if you don't use bluetooth, you can skip this driver and it won't affect your computer performance.
    a) Broadcom Bluetooth
    Broadcom 2070 Bluetooth Driver
    Windows XP, 244MB : Download
    Windows Vista 32/64-bit, 58MB : Download 
    Windows XP, 59MB : Download 
    b) Motorola Bluetooth
    Ralink/Motorola Bluetooth Adapter, 68MB
    (Windows XP, Vista, 7 32/64-bit) Download

    After that install bluetooth application so you can use your bluetooth adapter with the interface provided by this software. You can also use 3rd party bluetooth application such as BlueSoliel.

    Hp Integrated Module with Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    Windows XP, 93MB : Download
    Windows Vista 32/64-bit : Download
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download


    EXTRAS :  Battery - Utility
    This is a utility not a driver, but I feel it is important so that you can monitor your battery condition from time to time. It is optional, you can choose either to install it or not.

    HP battery Check :
    Windows XP 32/64-bit : Download 
    Windows 7/Vitsa 32/64-bit , 9MB : Download

    Windows 8 and 8.1 Upgrade Guide for HP 625 Notebook PC

    You can install/upgrade windows 8 and 8.1 on this model (both 32-bit and 64-bit), you will notice several drivers already installed along with the windows installation/upgrade. The most important driver you need to install is ATI Graphic driver for ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4000 series (for this model for HD 4200 and HD 4250).

    *Note 1: (currently the term ATI changed to AMD). You need to install AMD Legacy Drivers for windows 8 which available on the AMD Download page.
    *Note 2: Normally most laptop manufacture will advise users to uninstall graphic driver before upgrading to windows 7.

    Graphic
    AMD Legacy Drivers Version 13.1 (current version).
    Windows 8 32-bit : Download (102MB)
    Windows 8 64-bit : Download (147MB)

    In case the link broken go to AMD download page, select base on the following order and in step 5 select display result. Then select the driver base on your operating system :
    Other Drivers
    Other drivers such as Audio, wireless, LAN etc normally automatically installed. If not follow the steps below to get all the drivers you need for windows 8 and 8.1 :

    1. Run windows Updates
    Run windows updates, it will list out all drivers updates available. After installing the updates you will need to reboot for the changes to take place.

    2. Install Windows 7 drivers in windows 8
    You can install windows 7 drivers in windows 8 by set the compatibility mode for windows 7 and run as admin. (read tutorial)

    3. Do not clean install from windows 7.
    Upgrade to windows 8 is recommended because windows 8 will use your windows 7

    If you need certain drivers from windows 8 and unable to find it, let me know and I'll assist you with the instruction to install the drivers.

    25 Apr 2014

    Acer Aspire V5-431 Drivers

    You can use windows 8 32-bit driver on windows 8.1 32-bit because Acer only release updates for windows 8.1 64-bit.

    Content:
    -Drivers for Windows XP/7/8/8.1
    -Drivers for SUSE Linux Enterprise
    -Application


    Chipset
    Intel(R) 7 Series/C216 Chipset Family
    Windows XP/Vista/ 7 (32/64-bit): Version 9.3.0.1020 8.4 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 9.3.0.1021 5.6 MB Download
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    AHCI
    Intel SATA AHCI Driver
    Windows XP (32/64-bit) Version 9.5.0.1037, 10.4MB Downlaod
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit):Version 11.0.0.1032 36.1 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit):Version 11.5.0.1207 47.6 MB Download
    Windows 8.1 (32/64-bit) : Use windows 8 driver

    AMT
    Intel Intel iAMT Driver
    Windows XP Version 7.0.2.1164, 10.4 MB Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 8.0.0.1262 47.8 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 8.0.0.1284 54.5 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download

    Audio
    Realtek Audio Driver
    Windows XP : latest : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 6.0.1.6577 183.9 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 6.0.1.6690 166.9 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download

    Bluetooth
    Atheros Bluetooth Driver
    Windows XP/7 (32/64-bit): Version 7.4.0000.0126 114.2 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 8.0.0000.0206 185.9 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download

    Bluetooth
    Broadcom Bluetooth Driver
    Windows XP/7 (32/64-bit): Version 6.5.1.2501 234.2 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 12.0.0.1600 188.4 MB Download
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    Card Reader
    Realtek RTS5208 Card Reader Driver
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit): Version 6.1.7601.27015 10.8 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 6.2.8400.27028 17.2 MB Download
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    Lan - Ethernet
    Realtek FE/GbE LAN Driver
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 7.054.0309.2012 5.7 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 8.002.0612.2012 5.6 MB Download
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    TouchPad
    ELANTECH Touchpad Driver
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 11.6.2.1 177.0 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 11.6.6.002 180.3 MB Download
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download  

    TouchPad
    Synaptics Touchpad Driver
    Windows XP version Latest : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 16.0.2.0 101.7 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 16.2.10.12 118.6 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    USB 3.0
    Intel(R) USB 3.0 eXtensible Host Controller
    Incompatible with Windows XP and Vista. (read more)
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 1.0.4.220 5.2 MB Download
    Windows 8/8.1 (32/64-bit): In-Box drivers (Automatically installed)

    Graphic - Intel
    Intel VGA Driver
    Windows XP and Vista please use windows Update.
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 9.17.10.2867 108.2 MB Download
    Windows 8 32-bit : Version 9.17.10.28.28 183.1 MB Download
    Windows 8 64-bit : Version 9.17.10.28.28 111.5 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    Graphic- Nvidia
    NVIDIA VGA Driver (GT 620M)
    Windows XP : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 9.18.13.717 181.7 MB  Download
    Windows 8 32-bit: Version 9.18.13.0546 183.1 MB  Download 
    Windows 8 64-bit: Version 9.18.13.717 235.8 MB  Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    Graphic - Nvidia PhysX
    NVIDIA VGA Driver (PhysX)
    Requirements: Please Install Nvidia graphic driver first before installing PhysX
    Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 Version 9.13.0604 26.7MB Download (Nvidia)
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 9.11.1111 30.4 MB Download

    Wireless LAN
    Atheros Wireless LAN Driver
    Windows XP/7 (32/64-bit): Version 10.0.0.225 160.4 MB Download
    Windows 8 32-bit: Version 10.0.0.217 224.1 MB Download
    Windows 8 64-bit: Version 10.0.0.276 251.7 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    Wireless LAN
    Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver
    Windows XP/7 (32/64-bit): Version 5.100.196.18 78.1 MB Download
    Windows 8 (32/64-bit): Version 6.30.59.20 34.6 MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download 

    Webcam - Camera
    Cyberlink Webcam Application
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit): Version 1.5.2624.00, 31.3MB Download
    Windows 8/8.1 (32/64-bit):Automatically installed upon upgrade,  clean installation please download Windows 7 driver and install it in compatibility mode for windows 7.

    LINUX Drivers

    Driver for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 32-bit SP4
    Realtek Card Reader Driver v6.2.9200.27040, 10MB
     : 32/64-bit : Download

    APPLICATION


    Launch Manager
    Dritek Launch Manager Application
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Version 5.1.15, 7.2MB Download
    Windows 8 32-bit: Version 1.5.2624.00, 31.3MB Download
    Windows 8 64-bit: Version 1.5.2624.00, 31.3MB Download 
    Windows 8.1 64-bit : Download

    Turbo Boost 
    Intel Turbo Boost Application
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Version 2.5.1.0, 21.4MB Download
    Windows 8 32-bit download and install windows 7 application. 
    Windows 8 64-bit: Version 1.5.2624.00, 31.3MB Download 
    Not applicable for windows 8.1

    ePower
    Acer ePower Management Application
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Version 6.00.3010, 11.0MB Download
    Windows 8 32-bit download and install windows 7 application.
    Windows 8 64-bit: Version 1.5.2624.00, 31.3MB Download 

    Only for Windows 8 64-bit:
    Device Fast Lane Application : Download
    Acer Live Updater : Download

    21 Apr 2014

    How to Disable Driver Signing Enforcement in Windows 8

    Windows will prevent users to install drivers without digital signature so to enable drivers without signature installation you need to disable driver signing enforcement.

    STEP 1
    1. Press Windows key + R, when the "run" box appear type:

    shutdown.exe /r /o /f /t 00


    STEP 2
    2. Before it restart, a start up setting screen will appear. Make the following selection:

    Troubleshoot — Advanced options — Start Up Settings — Restart

    STEP 3
    3. Select " Disable driver signature enforcement" after reboot.

    19 Apr 2014

    Toshiba TECRA A10/Satellite Pro S300 Drivers

    Model: Toshiba Tecra A10 and Toshiba Satellite Pro S300

    Drivers listed here is base on the essential drivers need to be installed after installing windows. Select the drivers base on your operating system. If you have any problems, or missing certain drivers do let me know in the comment section below.



    Chipset
    Intel Chipset Installation Utility
    Version 9.1.1.1015, 3.52MB
    Windows XP, Vista and 7 (32/64-bit) : Download 

    Storage
    Intel Matrix Storage Manager
    Version 8.9.0.1023, 23.44MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    AMT
    Intel Active Management Technology
    Version AMT4111028BC, 8.34MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Audio
    Realtek High Definition Audio Drivers
    Version 6.0.1.5789, 33.83MB
    Windows XP (32/64-bit) : Download
    Windows  Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    LAN/Ethernet
    Intel LAN Driver for Windows
    Version INMA20AAWAC, 6.65MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    There are 2 applicable graphic drivers, choose base on your specs,

    Graphic
    Intel Graphics/Display Drivers
    Version 8.15.10.1883(w7) , 15.9.5.1502(winVista), 14.34.0.4953(win xp)
    Windows XP (32/64-bit) : Download
    Windows Vista 32-bit : Download
    Windows Vista 64-bit : Download
    Windows 7 32-bit : Download
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download

    Graphic
    Nvidia Graphic Drivers
    Version 8.15.11.8642 (other please read readme file)
    Windows XP (32/64-bit) : Download
    Windows Vista 32-bit : Download
    Windows Vista 64-bit : Download
    Windows 7 32-bit : Download
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download

    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba
    Version 6.40.00(T) , 69.35MB
    Windows XP/Vista (32/64-bit ) : Download
    Windows Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download 

    Camera/Webcam
    Chicony Camera Assistant
    Version 1.7.267.0803L, 23.8MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download 
    (If you need webcam Utility: Download)

    There are 2 applicable card reader driver, choose base on your specification.

    Card Reader
    Ricoh Card Reader Driver
    Version 2.07.01.00, 6.88MB
    Windows Vista/XP (32/64-bit) : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Card Reader
    O2 Micro Card Reader Driver
    Version 1.1.4.207, 13.3MB
    Windows Vista/XP (32/64-bit) : Download 
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Modem
    Toshiba Modem Software
    Version 2.1.77, 3.22MB
    Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

    Touchpad
    Alps Pointing Device Driver
    Version 6.0.304.6, 2.45MB (4MB win Vista/7)
    Windows XP : Download
    Windows Vista/7 32-bit : Download
    Windows XP/Vista/7 64-bit : Download

    Hard Disk
    Toshiba SSD Alert
    Windows XP/Vista (32/64-bit) : Download

    Wireless : There are 2 wireless drivers for this model, choose one (1) base on your specification.

    Wireless - Atheros
    Atheros Wireless LAN Driver
    Version 8.0.0.225.0.s3264_wCAT
    Windows XP : Download
    Windows Vista (32/64-bit) : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Download


    Wireless - Intel
    Version 12.4.0.21.1, 4.8MB
    Windows XP : Download
    Windows Vista/7 (32-bit) : Download
    Windows Vista/7 (64-bit) : Download


    Fingerprint
    Authentec Fingerprint Driver
    V1.0.2.12:
    Windows XP/Vista (32/64-bit) : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64-bit) :  Download

    after installing fingerprint driver install fingerprint utility:

    Toshiba Fingerprint Utility
    Windows XP/Vista : Download
    Windows 7 (32/64) : Download

    What is TRS Drivers

    What Is TRS Driver
    TRS Drivers is common for Toshiba Products and label as "special" drivers by Toshiba website. The main function of the TRS driver according to Toshiba technical support is for the DVD player codec. It will allow codecs to be updated.

    Is it Important?
    It is base on your situation, current software and windows system already provide the basic and advance codecs to play videos and Audio file. If you do not have problems to play your media files then it is not important and you don't have to install it.

    17 Apr 2014

    HP Pavilion dm3 Drivers for Windows 7

    There are 4 generation of HP dm3 model which is hp dm3-1xxx, hp dm3-2xxx, hp dm3-3xxx and HP dm3z-xxxx. So, here i make a quick lists of all drivers needed for all hp pavilion dm3 model. All drivers taken from HP website, several files excluded from the list such as HP mediasmart software, diagnostic and other utility. I only listed the importance drivers so you can save your time and internet quota.

    Install chipset,. mei, turbo bosst and sata if your HP Pavilion dm3 uses Intel processor.

    Chipset
    *Only for model with Intel processor.
    Intel Chipset Driver and Utility
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    MEI
    Intel Management Interface (MEI) Driver
    *Only for model with Intel processor. 
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Turbo Boost
    Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver
    *Only for model with Intel processor. 
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download 

    SATA
    Intel(R) ICH9-E/M SATA AHCI Controller
    *Only for model with Intel processor.  
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download


    HP Pavilion dm3 with AMD Processor doesn't need to install chipset driver. The ATI graphic driver will install any chipset driver required by your notebook.

    Graphic - ATI
    ATI Radeon Graphic Drivers
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download 

    Graphic - Nvidia
    Nvidia Geforce G105 Graphic Drivers
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Graphic - Intel
    Mobile Intel(R) 4 Series Graphic Drivers
    for model dm3-1xxx 
    Windows 7 32-bit : Download
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download

    Graphic-Intel
    Intel HD Graphic Driver
    *for model dm3-2xxx and above
    Windows 7 32-bit : Download
    Windows 7 64-bit : Download

    Audio
    IDT High Definition Audio Codecs
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download 

    Keyboard and Mouse
    HP Quick Launch Button
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Touchpad
    ALPS Pointing Device (2 Way) Driver
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    TV Tuner
    HP USB Digital/Analog TV Tuner
    Windows Vista/7 32/64-bit : Download

    LAN - Ethernet
    Realtek PCIe FE Family Controller Driver
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Broadband
    Qalcomm Mobile Broadband Drivers - Gobi 2000
    Windows XP/Vista/7 32/64-bit : Download

    Card Reader
    Alcor Micro Card Reader Driver
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Bluetooth
    Software Support for HP Integrated Module With Bluetooth Wireless Technology
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download\

    Bluetooth
    Broadcom 2070 Bluetooth Software
    for hp dm3-2xxx and above.
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    HDD
    HP Protectsmart Hard Drive Protection
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Webcam
    HP Mediasmart Webcam Software
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    There are 4 applicable wireless drivers, choose base on your specification.

    Wireless - Broadcom
    Broadcom Wireless LAN Drivers
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Wireless - Atheros
    Atheros Wireless LAN Driver
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    Wireless - Intel
    Intel PRO Wireless Drivers for Microsoft Windows
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download 

    Wireless
    Ralink Wireless LAN Drivers
    Windows 7 32/64-bit : Download

    13 Apr 2014

    IDT High-Definition Audio CODEC Driver - sp46649

    Information:
    This driver package will install IDT HD audio driver for your HP/Compaq Model.

    Driver Type : Audio
    Released by : Hewlett Packard
    Version : 6.10.6242.0 B
    File Size : 21.63MB
    File Name : SP46649
    Compatibility : Windows 7 (32-bit) and Windows 7 (64-bit)

    Download

    Fixes Includes: 
    - Fixes an issue where noise is heard when playing music after enabling "EchoStop" and opening the Sound Recorder.
    - Fixes an issue that occurs when running the Test Speaker in the IDT Utility, where the IDT audio icon is not displayed correctly.

    Originally Released for HP Pavilion dm3, You need to get permission from HP for using this drivers for other model.
     
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