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    Command center update

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by dwend, Oct 21, 2008.

  1. kobe

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    This is what I see on my hive, Alienware Command Center v1.0.17M . Is this the new one?
     
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  2. findvikas

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    Nope thats the good old one.
     
    findvikas, Oct 21, 2008
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  3. kobe

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    hmmm, for the first time, the US site is behind? :D haha.
     
    kobe, Oct 21, 2008
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  4. dwend

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    It can not be found on My Hive the way you update is by opening CC and then it will tell you there is a update available. If that dose not work, then if you have a M15X ripely case then you can download the install package that is stated in the OP that I have updated, or previous quote.
     
    dwend, Oct 21, 2008
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  5. findvikas

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    GOOD NEWS GUYS... I AM SOOOOO EXCITED :) Will share more information later... keep guessing :p
     
    findvikas, Oct 21, 2008
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  6. dwend

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    Ohh, you found the 64bit Webcam driver. ;)
     
    dwend, Oct 21, 2008
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  7. kobe

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    Thanks. but It's gonna be a while. Someone on my school campus is already downloading from rapidshare. So, I'll have to wait it out. :)
     
    kobe, Oct 21, 2008
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  8. findvikas

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    I have entire system up and running in 64 bit :D... see my new thread
     
    findvikas, Oct 21, 2008
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  9. Napbree

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    This doesn't work in XP does it?

    I can't find the file in dwends instructions. I don't have AppData in my user profile :mad:.

    Help <3
     
    Napbree, Oct 21, 2008
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  10. dwend

    dwend Notebook Evangelist

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    Only use my little guide if it fails to install after it downloads during the CC update. If you install .net 3.5 before you first update then it should have no problems, and the guide is not needed.

    Make sure you can see hidden files since appData is a hidden folder.

    In XP, To see hidden files:
    1. On the Tools menu in Windows Explorer, click Folder Options.
    2. Click the 'View" tab.
    3. Under Hidden files and folders, click Show hidden files and folders.
     
    dwend, Oct 21, 2008
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    Napbree, Oct 21, 2008
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  12. otaku

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    downloading and installing in just a bit here, thanks I would never have caught this.
     
    otaku, Oct 21, 2008
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  13. dwend

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    BTW if you download that file I posted you must follow the Guide in the OP, because that is the self extractor.

    PMed you Napbree
     
    dwend, Oct 21, 2008
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    I downloaded using dwend's link 3 times and every time it tells me it can't extract the files because of either low disk space for swapping files or it has a corrupted Cabinet file... anybody have a workaround? Can't seem to find it on Alienware.com' site either so this sorta killed my buzz.
     
    frenchdork, Oct 21, 2008
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  15. dwend

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    UP, Found it in my hive!!!!!!
    It is under: AREA-51 M15X 15" WXGA+ W/CAM SIL-RIP-PNT R1
    it calls it "Alienware Command Center v1.0.24.0M" But will download the 1.28sp1.

    32bit users:
    http://support.alienware.com/Support_Pages/Restricted_Downloads/Command_Center_1028_SP1.exe
    ^should install with out the need of the Guide.

    The webcam Driver update for Sense can be found on My hive as well. Called "M15x Webcam 30625". It says to install this before the CC update.
    http://support.alienware.com/Support_Pages/Restricted_Downloads/Mobile/m15x/Webcam_m15x_30625.EXE

    I wish my hive was easier to navigate and showed when the drivers were uploaded, with the newest one at the top.
     
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    dwend, Oct 21, 2008
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  16. frenchdork

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    awesome you are the bomb dwend. works flawlessly. :)
     
    frenchdork, Oct 21, 2008
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  17. findvikas

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    Alright all x64 users my guide is updated to support this update, enjoy!
     
    findvikas, Oct 21, 2008
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  18. highfly

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    has anyone from the uk alienware website been able to download these updates as they are not in my hive the command center there is still 1018
     
    highfly, Oct 21, 2008
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  19. findvikas

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    findvikas, Oct 21, 2008
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  20. Farseen

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    Hey Guys,

    Ok - 3 problems here after installing the new CC without any problems at all...

    I havent posted 15 times so its not letting me post any URLS so just copy and paste PLEASE!

    1. I got this popup during install:

    geoffwatsondesign.com/webcam.jpg

    2. I get this popup when closing AlienFX after viewing the Sense

    geoffwatsondesign.com/popup.jpg

    3. When I click "Touch" it simply loads nothing at all..... mind you in the past I have uninstalled my driver so that I could type without lag. That uninstall also disallows me to scroll with my trackpad now...

    Suggestions?
     
    Farseen, Oct 21, 2008
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  21. findvikas

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    findvikas, Oct 21, 2008
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  22. Farseen

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    I just downloaded the Framework and when I ran the install it said "Repair" or "Uninstall"... so I can only assume I do have it.

    I'm repairing it now though so we'll see how that goes.

    PS - what part of India are you from? I lived in Calcutta (Kolkata) a year ago for 1 month at Mother Teresa's. I really want to go back.
     
    Farseen, Oct 22, 2008
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  23. findvikas

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    I am from Delhi but working in Bangalore
     
    findvikas, Oct 22, 2008
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  24. Farseen

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    re-installed framework - same problems... could it be because i removed my trackpad drivers? or that i have the x27 BIOS? I need to upgrade that...
     
    Farseen, Oct 22, 2008
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  25. findvikas

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    Ohhh man... :) first update the BIOS that is the first this that I will do.
    get the x32 here
     
    findvikas, Oct 22, 2008
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  26. findvikas

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    Oceanus/Farseen...
    Try this...

    Copy the following file C:\Program Files\Alienware\Command Center\AlienSense\FAAWElevator.dll

    to

    C:\Program Files\Alienware\Command Center\FAAWElevator.dll
     
    findvikas, Oct 22, 2008
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  27. Farseen

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    yeah that actually seemed to get rid of that error! thanks, haha.

    Still can't seem to access the Touch area though. It just doesn't load. I'm guessing thats because I uninstalled the trackpad drivers long ago.
     
    Farseen, Oct 22, 2008
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  28. Vitotherm

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    Something different but it's the command center..

    My Alien head just died.. :confused:.. but only on the color red..
    any idea anyone.. software issue ? (still old version CC) M17X
     
    Vitotherm, Oct 22, 2008
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  29. Luxury

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    The command center installed fine for me, I have framework and everything.
    The only problem is that the Sense application isn't working. It doesn't let me install the update from the website or the link provided. Every time I go through the extraction and install process (right after I hit Allow) I get this message:

    Line0 (File "C:\Users\MyAccount\AppData\Local\Temp\IXP001.TMP\Install.exe"):

    RunWait($DEVCON & "rescan","",@SW_HIDE)

    Error: Unable to execute the external program.

    The system cannot find the file specified.
     
    Luxury, Oct 22, 2008
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  30. Oceanus

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    Thanks, that worked. Tried to rep you but I suppose I have to spread out more reps before I can rep you again. ):
     
    Oceanus, Oct 22, 2008
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    Do I need to install .Net Framework 3.5 before I let CC update if I have Visat 32? Or is it only XP users that need to do this?
     
    btgman, Oct 22, 2008
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  32. arcade16

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    smooth as butter! After updating command center is lightning fast and alien sense and touch work perfectly! And i dont have any more weird alienFX glitches :)
     
    arcade16, Oct 22, 2008
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  33. kobe

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    hmm. not in My Hive. :confused:
     
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    I want to go back to the old version. This update increased start up time for me by a lot. Also, when I try to turn off facial recognition, it still shows the camera at start up for a quick second before letting me log in. Findvikas, is there any way for me to get back to the old version? I'm x64.
     
    jrichard333, Oct 22, 2008
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  35. findvikas

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    See my GUIDE I have updated it for both command centers and formatted it in different sections.

    EDIT: You need to uninstall Command Center and Webcam driver, then follow my CC guide for old CC.
     
    findvikas, Oct 22, 2008
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  36. btgman

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    I installed .Net Framework 3.5 and then ran CC but CC doesn't update. So, I'm still stuck with the old version. Can't find the download in My Hive (UK site). Anyone got any ideas?

    Thanks
     
    btgman, Oct 22, 2008
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  37. whizzo

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    there's an RS link somewhere in this thread i think.
     
    whizzo, Oct 22, 2008
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  38. findvikas

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    Download & Install the WebCam Installer from Here

    After that download and install the new CC from here
     
    findvikas, Oct 22, 2008
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  39. btgman

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    That worked a treat. Many thanks.
     
    btgman, Oct 22, 2008
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    is it me or Alienware removed the CC update and Webcam update from MyHive? I saw them this morning and now they are gone... the direct links provided by dwend are broken too. Just wondering...
     
    mixen, Oct 22, 2008
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  41. dwend

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    yes they are broken, Will look into it.
     
    dwend, Oct 22, 2008
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  42. findvikas

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    Download & Install the WebCam Installer from Here

    After that download and install the new CC from here
     
    findvikas, Oct 22, 2008
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  43. kobe

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    I don't know, but maybe AW took it off the Hive for a reason.
     
    kobe, Oct 22, 2008
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  44. arcade16

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    >.>

    <.<

    I can haz conspiracy theory?
    Or maybe new drivers?
     
    arcade16, Oct 22, 2008
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  45. Oceanus

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    Sadly, it's always a conspiracy when you're dealing with Aliens. ):
     
    Oceanus, Oct 22, 2008
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  46. dwend

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    I think they might be compiling the webcam update as well as the .net 3.5 into one install, so less confusion.
     
    dwend, Oct 22, 2008
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    Maybe they adding something more?
     
    kobe, Oct 23, 2008
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  48. findvikas

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    Dunno what they are doing but they should definitely fix the latest AlienFX bios. It has bugs
     
    findvikas, Oct 23, 2008
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  49. Oceanus

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    I guess they realized that it wasn't quite ready yet.
     
    Oceanus, Oct 23, 2008
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    so should I go ahead with the install or wait it out?
     
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