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    156.69 video driver, time for an upgrade?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by aznarcher, Jul 29, 2008.

  1. aznarcher

    aznarcher Notebook Enthusiast

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    I think this is what I have as a video driver... Do I need an upgrade?

    I have an xps m1530 with a nvidia GeForce 8600M GT 256mb.

    If this driver is outdated, what driver would YOU recommend?
     
    aznarcher, Jul 29, 2008
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    Rodster Merica

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    174.31 which what I use for both my Vostro 1500 (8400m GS) and 1700 (8600m GT). They are on the Dell website.

    edit: That's if you're running Vista. ;)
     
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    Forte NBR's Supreme Angel

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    I just upgraded today to from 156.69 to 174.31, its got better performance when I attempted to run a game.
     
    Forte, Jul 29, 2008
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    Yes, go for 174.31, It works really well :) Good luck.
     
    fonduekid, Jul 29, 2008
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    aznarcher Notebook Enthusiast

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    sweet! woot woot. thanks everyone!
     
    aznarcher, Jul 29, 2008
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    aznarcher Notebook Enthusiast

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    The first link is for Vista 32bit, and for XPS M1330 but applies to the M1530 video card as well.

    The second link is for XP

    :) Chose the one you need. Cheers.
     
    fonduekid, Jul 29, 2008
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    awesome thanks man!

    (that was a very fast reply) many props!
     
    aznarcher, Jul 29, 2008
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    You're welcome. Anytime.
     
    fonduekid, Jul 29, 2008
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