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    Dell 1520 Blue Tooth

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by DocShay, Aug 10, 2009.

  1. DocShay

    DocShay Newbie

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    Hey guys,

    "downgraded" to XP on my inspiron 1520, and can't seem to get blue tooth working.

    I did some searching and found this old thread..

    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=176004

    Did all the suggestions, but got nothing. Here is what I have tried

    Upgrading BIOS
    Making sure Wireless switch is activated
    Making sure BT is enabled in BIOS

    Someone suggested a dell utility patch in the thread in the link above, which I tried - but it did nothing. If I check "compatibility" of the utility, its not even made for the 1520. (Also tried manual install)

    I'm running out of ideas. My issue is when I try and install the driver, it says press fn +f2 or enabled the switch - over and over. Anyone have any fresh ideas?
     
    DocShay, Aug 10, 2009
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  2. anthony11

    anthony11 Notebook Consultant

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    the only thing i could think of is try and get the driver off the dell website... that usually has the best version of the drivers
     
    anthony11, Aug 10, 2009
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  3. DocShay

    DocShay Newbie

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    Unfortunatly its the driver im having the issue with, when I try and install it it says "please press fn + f2 or use the switch to activate bluetooth now" ...just an endless loop :(
     
    DocShay, Aug 10, 2009
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  4. anthony11

    anthony11 Notebook Consultant

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    what about the driver disk?
     
    anthony11, Aug 10, 2009
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  5. karan1003

    karan1003 Notebook Evangelist

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    both the driver disk and the website likely only have drivers for vista. With the downgrade, you will have to find drivers specific to XP. I would recommend the manufacturer's website, for the specific model.
     
    karan1003, Aug 10, 2009
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  6. Dafrety

    Dafrety Notebook Enthusiast

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    Have you tried getting the drivers for the Vostro 1500? The machines are identical, except the Vostro shipped with XP.
     
    Dafrety, Aug 11, 2009
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