Intel Audio Drivers for Microsoft Windows

Intel does provide audio drivers for download on their download center. There are more than 100 audio drivers available such as Intel® HD Graphics and Intel® Display Audio Driver, Intel HDMI. Drivers from other manufacturer also available such as Realtek and IDT.

Intel HDMI audio with intel 965 graphic

Non Tech Savvy user might find it is hard to choose the correct drivers from the very huge drivers lists.
Here is the easy way to get the proper Intel audio/sound driver for any operating system such as Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 and 8.1:

1. Go to : http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect?iid=dc_iduu
2. Click "Check your drivers for system updates".
3. It will ask to install active x, install it.
4. Then it will scan your system and will display available download.
5. The result will not only show audio drivers but also list out any available drivers updates for your system .
6. Download and then install the recommend updates.

If the result shows that your system need to install IDT audio drivers, you need to install KB888111 first which available on Microsoft Website. However this installation only for Windows XP.
I strongly recommend to perform windows automatic update first. Base on my experience, chipset drivers is the most important drivers before installing other drivers.
If you have an Intel graphics, you only need to install the graphic drivers because it will automatically install Intel HDMI drivers.

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HP 1000 Drivers for Windows 7/8

Chipset
Intel Chipset Installation utility:
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

MEI
Intel Management Interface driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Graphic - AMD
AMD High Definition (HD) Graphic Drivers
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8/8.1 : Download

Graphic - Intel
Intel High Definition (HD) Graphic Drivers
Windows 7 : Download(32-bit) | Download (64-bit)
Windows 8 : Download(32-bit) | Download (64-bit)

Input Devices
Hp Wireless Button
Only applicable for Windows 8/8.1 Operating System
Windows 8 : Download

Touchpad
Synaptic Touchpad Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

LAN - Ethernet Controller
Realtek Local Area Network (LAN) Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Card Reader
Realtek Card Reader Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Storage
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Webcam
Cyberlink Youcam Software
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Security
HP SimplePass Identity Protection 2011 Software
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

USB 2.0
HP 2005pr USB 2.0 Port Replicator Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7/8 : Download

USB 3.0
HP 2005pr USB 2.0 Port Replicator Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7/8 : Download

Wireless

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Choose base on your specification

Qualcomm Atheros AR9000 Series Wireless LAN Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Ralink 802.11 Wireless LAN Adapter
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver for Microsoft Windows
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Bluetooth

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Qualcomm Atheros Bluetooth 4.0+HS Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download

Broadcom Bluetooth 4.0 Software Driver
Windows 7 : Download
Windows 8 : Download


Drivers Description for Chipset and graphic:
Chipset : Intel 7 Series/C216 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 1E2D
Chipset : Intel 7 Series/C216 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 1E2D
Graphic : AMD Radeon HD 7450M
Graphic : Intel HD Graphics 3000/4000

Utility

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Optional Installation, but installing these application is recommended.
HP Software Framework         : Windows XP/Vista/7/8
HP Launch Box                       : Windows 7 | Windows 8 - Use windows 7 apps in compatibility mode
HP Quicklaunch                      : Windows 7 | Windows 8 - Important, please install this software.
HP Power manager Utility       : Windows 7 | Windows 8 - Use windows 7 apps in compatibility mode
HP On -Screen Display Utility : Windows 7 | Windows 8 - Use windows 7 apps in compatibility mode

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Compaq EVO D150 SFF Drivers for WIndows XP/7

Compaq EVO D150 also known as Compaq 510 SFF (Small Form Factor) originally design for windows XP. The original drivers and application is available on Hp website.
Even HP only list out windows XP drivers on their support page, you can get Windows 7 drivers from devices manufacturer site such as Intel for you chipset, graphic and Ethernet drivers. You can also use you windows XP drivers for windows 7 by install it manually.
To make it simple and to save your time to decide which drivers you need to download and install, here is the important drivers you will need. I do not list the optional application installation because most of the time you will not use it and there are tons of similar application thatch works better.


Drivers D510 SFF - Windows XP & Windows 7
Please read carefully and install according to the order.
Windows 7 drivers are not relased by HP, it is 

Chipset:
Intel Chipset 800 Series (845G Chipset Family)
Windows XP : Download
Windows 7 available form Intel : Download

This chipset installation is required before audio installation.

Audio
ADI SoundMax AC97 Integrated Digital Audio Driver
Windows XP : Download
Windows 7 : I already write a brief tutorial how to install AC97 audio drivers in windows 7.

USB
Intel 2.0 USB Driver
Windows XP : Download
Windows 7 : Automatically Installed

Graphic - Integrated
Intel Extreme Graphics (Integrated with Intel 845G Chipset)
Windows XP : Download
Windows 7 : Read Installation Instruction Here

Graphic
Nvidia GeForce2 MX200 64MB with DVI-I
Windows XP : Download
Windows 7 : Read Installation Instruction Here

LAN - Ethernet
There are 3 types of LAN/Ethernet controller for this model, choose base on your specification.

Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Drivers
Windows XP/Vista : Download
Windows 7 : Use Windows XP/Vista Drivers - Install in compatibility mode.

Intel PRO/1000 GT Drivers
Windows XP: Download
Windows 7 : Automatically Installed.

3Com 3C90x Fast EtherLink XL/EtherLink XL NIC Drivers
Windows XP: Download
Windows 7 : Automatically Installed or use windows xp drivers and install it manually via device manager.

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Nvidia Geforce 2 Drivers For Windows 7

Nvidia Geforce2 was classified as legacy drivers which means Nvidia will  not released Windows 7 drivers for it. But the good news is there is a workaround to use Windows XP drivers and Install it in Windows 7. You just need to download Nvidia 71.89 (WHQL Certified) and install it manually from device manager. Some of you maybe not familiar with the installation method so I here is step by step installation process:

1. First, download Nvidia drivers version 71.89 from Nvidia website:
Download Link : http://www.nvidia.com/object/winxp_2k_71.89.html

2. Then install the driver, it will resulting in error just ignore that error. The installation is just to extract the driver's file into C:\NVIDIA\Win2KXP\71.89 which we will use for the installation process.

3. Now open device manager by click start and type DEVMGMT.MSC and press enter.

4. Look for Display  Adapter, expand it by clicking the arrow and you will see your graphic listed as standard VGA (the standard VGA is the default graphics drivers installed, the name may varies depends on your current driver status).

Right click on it and select update driver

5. After that Update Driver Software,Select base on this order:
-Browse My computer for Drivers Software . (picture)
-Select let me pick from a device from my computer. (picture)
-Select Have Disk and then Select Browse

6. After click on "Browse" point to C:\NVIDIA\Win2KXP\71.89 and select nv4_disp.inf.

Select nv4_disp.inf

7. Continue with on screen instruction until installation finish and reboot.

This installation Support the following Graphics Devices:
NVIDIA GeForce2 MX/MX 400
NVIDIA GeForce2 MX 100/200
NVIDIA Quadro2 MXR/EX
NVIDIA GeForce2 Integrated GPU
NVIDIA GeForce2 GTS/GeForce2 Pro
NVIDIA GeForce2 Ti
NVIDIA GeForce2 Ultra
NVIDIA Quadro2 Pro
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 460
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 420
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440-SE
NVIDIA Quadro4 550 XGL
NVIDIA Quadro NVS
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440 with AGP8X
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440SE with AGP8X
NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 4000
The list is very long, so you can check all supported devices on the inf file.

Is there any other drivers I can use?
Yes, basically you can try with your original Windows XP Drivers or Other version released by Nvidia. This drivers I posted here is the most stable driver version I found so far. In some cases the original windows XP drivers provided by your PC manufacturer is better than this version. If you have problem after using this drivers like frequent shut down or unable to play games, just try with different version, it is recommended to look for version 81.XX and below (older).

How do I enable AERO?
Note that Geforce 2 is a legacy and XPDM drivers, there is no WDDM drivers for legacy Card. XPDM means the drivers unable to support AERO physically and just provide basic display like Windows XP. So to get AERO just download true transparency software (just google it) and you will get that glass look.

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Automatically Update Your Drivers For Free

Finding the right and latest drivers could be a hassle, sometimes your laptop/computers manufacturer does not provide the latest drivers for certain operating system. Now Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 already on the market. If your computer released during windows Vista or Windows 7 era, there are high chances that your manufacturer no longer provide drivers support for the Latest Operating System. So, to deal with this situation you can use automatic drivers detection which provided by the manufacturer itself. All this tools only require Internet Connection.

Official Drivers Detection Tools

1. Intel Driver Update Utility - A very convenient utility provided by Intel to keep your system up-to-date. It not only detect Intel devices, but other updates that relevant to your computer. Just click "Check your system for Updates" and it will display which driver you need to download and install.

2. AMD Driver Autodetect - This tools provided by AMD and available for AMD/ATI graphics products. If you haven't installed any drivers, or you want to update your drivers for your graphics and didn't know where to get the drivers, then this is a tool that you need. Just download and install, let it detect and download your graphics drivers and it will ask your permission to install it.

3. HP Support Assistant - This tools originally design to optimize your HP PC/Notebook performance. However it also provides drivers updates if it is available.

4. Toshiba Detection Tools - This tools will not download the drivers for your system, but it will check your system information and provide the information you needed to download the right drivers. Another tools by Toshiba is Toshiba Service Station but from users feedback it does not work well for the most part.

5. My Dell - A tool for dell products when you’re connected to the internet, it will automatically checks for software upgrades, driver updates, and patches for your device.

6. Asus - Model Automatic Detection - This online detection will detect your Asus product and redirect you to the drivers download page. Then all you have to do is download and install the drivers base on your operating system.

7. Fujistu DeskUpdate - DeskUpdate is an application for automatically software installation (drivers and utilities) and BIOS updates. This utility only applicable for Fujitsu product.

8. Gigabyte Download Centre - GIGABYTE's Download Center allows you to quickly download and update your BIOS as well as the latest system drivers. A detailed list of all new drivers are displayed along with options for download. You can view details instruction on how to use it here.

9. MSI Live update -MSI (Micro Starr international) provide a live update and currently version 6 is available. You just need to download and run the program to can your MSI system. it will list out the outdated and missing drivers you need to download and install.


Third Party Software

1. SlimDrivers Free - A lightweight program that will scan and Install and updates your drivers. Currently it is totally free. It works like other driver software which scan and list out available updates.

2. DriverMax - This could be the most popular third party software, comes with free and paid version. The only problems with this software is it failed to detect whenever a drivers require patches before installation such as IDT requires MS-UAA. However they may improve the software over time and the issue I mentioned just a minor issue with windows XP.

3. TuneUp Utility - This software mainly for PC performance, it also have the features to scan your system drivers and it is similar to those 2 drivers software I mentioned above. I use it several times but not really happy with my PC boot time and the registry cleaner wasn't works well for me.

I did not mention windows updates on the list because it did not only scan the drivers but others available updates which take too much time. Still it is one of my favorite tools to check for drivers updates.

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In Order to Configure TCP/IP You Must Install and Enable a Network Adapter Card

The error " In Order to Configure TCP/IP You Must Install and Enable a Network Adapter Card" occur because wrong network driver installed on your PC. This issue is common if you are using Intel Gigabit Network Adapter and it may happen for other LAN/Ethernet Controller such as Realtek or Broadcom. This error will appear whenever you try to:

• Change IP Address
• Change DNS Server

If you have this problem (like my friend who asking me about this today) you can solve it by using the following steps:

1. Download the right drivers for you Network adapter. If you are using Intel network adapter you can download the latest drivers from here:

https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProdId=3024

Just select the drivers base on your operating system (Windows XP/Vista/7 or 8 or others).

or

You can also let intel automatically detect the best drivers for you:
Link: http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/detect

2. Next step is to uninstall the current drivers, go to device manager and look for network adapter. Right click on it and select uninstall. Here is an example:

3. We also need to uninstall Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software in control panel - add/remove program.

4. Now install the latest drivers and reboot.

Additional Reading - explanation.
My friend just installed windows 7 on a PC and he want to setup a local area connection. It is a HP Compaq dc7900 desktop PC which uses Intel(R) PRO/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Controller. So I asked him to configure the IP adress but he's unable to do so because of this error. I asked him to look at the device manager and surprisingly it shows Intel 82567lm-3 network adapter. So, that's how I figure out the solution, wrong driver for the wrong adapter is the reason you are getting this error.

Just for you information, it is a normal situation where windows automatically determine which is the best drivers for your network card. So it install the driver during windows installation, but keep in mind that the default drivers not always the best. You need to find the latest drivers or download the original drivers from your manufacturer for the best performance and result. Why? latest drivers is more stable and keep up with the latest technology and the drivers from your manufacture is specifically design and tested for you specific model.

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Dell Latitude e6400 Drivers for Windows XP/Vista/7

Dell released official Windows XP, Vista and 7 drivers for this model. I just remake the list base on the importance drivers and remove the application (optional installation) including unimportant drivers. Please install according to the order given and do let me know if you have the problem with the installation.
Install all driver base on the order, reboot if you asked to do so.

Chipset
Intel Chipset Installation Utility
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download

AMT
Intel Active Management Technology (AMT)
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

AMT - HECI
Intel Active Management Technology Host Embedded Control Interface
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download


Notes - Storage:
Originally Intel matrix Storage Manager Deploy for Windows XP, later on Intel Rapid Storage Technology is the newer version for the Intel Matrix, so for these 2 storage driver I recommend to use the Intel Rapid Storage technology over IMSM. You will notice the boot time difference in windows 7.
Pre OS storage (for Windows Installation - In case you need it) - SATA  : 32-bit 64-bit

Storage
Intel matrix Storage Manager Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Storage
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download


Notes - Graphic:
There are 3 applicable graphic drivers, choose base on your specification. Normally a small sticker near to your keyboard will show what type of graphics you have.

Graphic
Intel GMA 4500/4500M/4500MHD Drivers
Windows XP 32-bit: Download
Windows XP 64-bit : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32-bit) : Download
Windows Vista/7  (64-bit) : Download

Graphic
Intel GM45/GE45/GS45 Integrated Graphics
Windows XP 32-bit: Download
Windows XP 64-bit : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32-bit) : Download
Windows Vista/7  (64-bit) : Download

Graphic
nVidia Quadro FX370M, Quadro NVS 160M, Quadro NVS160M, Quadro FX 770M, Quadro FX 3700M, Quadro FX 2700M, Quadro FX1700M.
Windows XP 32-bit: Download
Windows XP 64-bit : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32-bit) : Download
Windows Vista/7  (64-bit) : Download

Audio
IDT 92HDxxx High Definition Audio Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download | Mirror

Card Reader
Ricoh R5C8xx/R5U24x Memory Card Reader Driver
Windows XP/Vista (32/64-bit) : Download
Windows 7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Webcam
Creative Labs Integrated Webcam Driver
Windows XP/Vista (32/64-bit) : Download

Touchpad
Dell Touchpad/ Pointing Stick Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

LAN - Ethernet Controller
Intel 825xx Gigabit Platform LAN Network Device Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Bluetooth
Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Minicard
Windows XP : Download
Windows Vista : Download
Windows 7 :  Download

Bluetooth
Dell Wireless 410 BT+UWB Minicard
Windows XP/Vista : Download
Windows 7 :  _Use windows Vista/XP driver and install in compatibility mode for windows Vista.

Notes - Wireless:
There are 3 applicable graphic drivers, choose base on your specification. You can try to install the driver if you not sure which to choose, installing wrong driver will not harm your system but please make sure to uninstall it before installing other driver. The easiest way to identify you wireless card is by looking for the hardware ID.

Wireless
Dell Wireless WLAN 1397/1501/1510/1520 Half MiniCard Driver
Windows XP (32/64-bit) : Download
Windows Vista/7 (32/64-bit) : Download

Wireless
Intel ® Wi-Fi Link 5000/5100/5300 Driver
Windows XP : Download
Windows XP 64-bit : Download
Windows Vista 32-bit : Download
Windows Vista 64-bit : Download
Windows 7 32-bit : Download
Windows 7 64-bit : Download

Wireless
Intel (R) WiMAX Link 5150
Windows XP 32-bit : Download
Windows XP 64-bit : Download
Windows Vista 32-bit : Download
Windows Vista 64-bit : Download
Windows 7 32-bit : Download
Windows 7 64-bit : Download


Broadband
Dell Wireless 5620 Mobile Broadband Mini-Card Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download 

Broadband
Dell Wireless 5540 HSPA Mini Card, v.R2AA06, A12
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download 

Modem
Conexant D330,HDA,MDC,v.92 Modem Driver
Windows XP 32-bit : Download
Windows XP 64-bit : Download
Windows Vista 32-bit : Download
Windows Vista 64-bit : Download
Windows 7 32-bit : Download
Windows 7 64-bit : Download
Red Hat (Linux) : Download

Touch Screen
Dell Digitech Touchscreen Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download 

Monitor
Dell ST2220T Touch Monitor Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 and Server 2003 (32/64-bit) : Download

Mouse - Driver
Logitech Bluetooth Travel Mouse Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download 

Mouse - Application
Logitech Bluetooth Travel Mouse Application
(Please install the mouse driver first! - This installation is optional)
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download

Keyboard
Dell USB Smart Card Reader Keyboard Driver
Windows XP/Vista/7 (32 and 64-bit) : Download 


WINDOWS 8 and 8.1 Upgrade and Drivers for Latitude e6400.
If you plan to install windows 8 or windows 8.1 (any version), here is the step you need to do in order to install the drivers you need:

1. Run windows updates - install any drivers update available.
2. For Intel drivers (chipset, AMT, MEI, Graphic and Wireless) let Intel detect which drivers you need: Auto detection.
3. Check what the other drivers is missing, after that install windows 7 drivers in windows 8 using compatibility mode. Normally you will need to install Ethernet, card reader and webcam drivers in compatibility mode.


ISSUE and FIX
1. This computer does not meet the minimum requirements for installing the software.
It means you are installing Intel driver by using incompatible operating system, example installing windows XP driver in windows 7. To fix this install the appropriate drivers base on the operating system.

2. High CPU Usage
Normally cause by a virus or too many programs installed/running - Install a lightweight antivirus and uninstall unwanted program. Do optimize your start up items. The other thing that cause this problem is using a non-oem windows. Please get the original oem Windows DVD if you buy the used one.
Overheating -  Get  a USB fan and place it near to the hottest part of your notebook. Make sure not to use your laptop without any air flow at the bottom, make sure you have something placed under your laptop to provide space for the heat to flow.

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