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    Help~ New HDD in M11xR1 AW Install

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by SumKallMeTIM, Nov 1, 2011.

  1. SumKallMeTIM

    SumKallMeTIM Notebook Consultant

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    Hello. Thanks for everyone's time.
    I had many problems with my previous HDD and I want to thank everyone for their help. I just installed a new hard drive with a fresh copy of WIndows 7, (I've never done any of this before). I heard NOT to use the resource cd (i dont even have it) and I need to download all the new drivers and programs from Dell's website.
    I was curious which drivers I should use and most importantly in what order should I install them?
    I really want to do this right. My biggest concern is my wireless card isn't working (yes I enabled it from the keyboard) and so I'm going to download everything from my other computer. I just want my m11xr1 working and looking normal as before. I would REALLy appreciate any detailed/inclusive advice.
    Thanks so much!
     
    SumKallMeTIM, Nov 1, 2011
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    ive re installed many times. just use the latest drivers on Dells site. i normally start with the chipset and video drivers. after that i dont pay attention.

    its not really a big deal as long as your using the right drivers you will be fine.
     
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  3. SA Spurs1

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    Install the Intel Chipset drivers first. That is the main thing.
     
    SA Spurs1, Nov 1, 2011
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    SumKallMeTIM Notebook Consultant

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    About the NVIDIA graphics drivers, should I use what Dell offers or go with nvidia's website, just cautious because of the integrated/GT335 setup and am not positive if the drivers from nvidia would complement both cards?
    Thanks!
    :)
     
    SumKallMeTIM, Nov 1, 2011
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    I believe if you use the Nvidia drivers from Nvidia's website you will lose the capability to switch between the Intel card and the Nvidia card and use only the Nvidia. If you use the one from Dell's website you will have full functionality
     
    SA Spurs1, Nov 1, 2011
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