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    Nvidia graphics driver will not update

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Brazz, Aug 26, 2012.

  1. Brazz

    Brazz Newbie

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    >I have just downloaded the latest nvidia driver for my m17x 580m card but when i go to install i recieve an error message saying "You must first install an intel driver". Anyone know what driver it means?
     
    Brazz, Aug 26, 2012
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    radji Farewell, Solenya...

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    You need to have your Intel integrated graphics installed first. You can download the Intel drivers from the Dell drivers and downloads site for your m17x. But, most of the newer Nvidia and AMD drivers may not install properly on notebooks with switchable graphics. One resolution is to disable the integrated/switchable graphics in the BIOS so that only the Nvidia card is active. That way you can download and install the latest graphics drivers with minimal issues. Be careful though. Even if you disable the integrated/switchable graphics, sometimes issues can arise like system lockups/freezes, and/or BSODs.
     
    radji, Aug 26, 2012
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    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    All you need to do is to get the Intel HD driver from our site and then try again.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Aug 27, 2012
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