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    M17x format problem. Plz help me.....

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by Executer, Sep 8, 2008.

  1. Executer

    Executer Newbie

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    2 days ago I formatted my m17x laptop using a bootable format disk and also tried to create partitions.
    It might be possible that i formatted even the hidden partions of the laptop...

    After this I installed vista.
    But still my laptop has only 1 partition and it has got totally messed up as now :-
    1. Its keyboard lights are not working.
    2. Its Touchpad is not working.
    3. Its function keys(combination keys for special actions) like Fn + F8, etc are not working.

    I installed every driver but still these problems persist.
    What can I do to get rid of these problems???

    Can anyone please help me out???

    Thanx in advance...
    :( :( :(
     
    Executer, Sep 8, 2008
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  2. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    You may want to re-install the touch pad drivers, possibly with drivers from the manufacturer of the touchpad and not from alienware. I believe you will have to install software from alienware to get your lights going.
     
    X2P, Sep 8, 2008
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  3. AtolSammeek

    AtolSammeek Tokay Gecko

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    go to myhive in alienware http://support.alienware.com/Support_Pages/Support_Area.aspx
    There like 2 files you have to install before installing Command Center has to be fully uninstalled. The best idea is call alienware and have them work with you step by step.

    AREA-51 M17X 17" WUXGA W/CAM BLK-RIP-PNT R1

    Alienware Command Center m17x AlienFX keyboard fix
     
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