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    Where to download PM45 Chipset Driver?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by hendra, Feb 19, 2009.

  1. hendra

    hendra Notebook Virtuoso

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    Where can I find the latest driver for PM45 Express Chipset from Intel site? The latest one from http://downloadcenter.intel.com/ is dated June 2008 does not support PM45 since it was released later than that. The release notes doesn't have PM45 listed anywhere confirm this.
     
    hendra, Feb 19, 2009
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    steve p, Feb 19, 2009
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    Hi there,
    Sorry to open this up again...but would this link also work for a HP Laptop?
    The link you posted Steve is for a Lenovo :)
    Cheers!
    Ken
     
    K3nshiro, Mar 13, 2009
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    I have an PM45 chipset, and i have installed as below, but my SATA driver still only shows as 2008, I recommend trying DriverMAX and updating 1 at a time.

    You can download from the link below, install the Installation Utility, then the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager.

    http://www.intel.com/support/chipsets/sb/CS-029319.htm
     
    Tinderbox (UK), Mar 13, 2009
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  5. coolguy

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    You need not update the chipset driver, unless you have problems. The driver should be installed immediately after a clean install.
     
    coolguy, Mar 13, 2009
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    Thanx Tinderbox and coolguy,

    So, as I will do a clean install of Vista I guess that I should install those drivers for the PM45 :) Won't my laptop work properly if I do not install it? It will be Vista 64, maybe I should do it to avoid any problems, or?
    Cheers,
    Ken
     
    K3nshiro, Mar 13, 2009
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    Gracias coolguy!
    That was a very clear link :)
    Take care,
    Ken
     
    K3nshiro, Mar 13, 2009
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