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    Ok, what driver for the 5870m should I use?

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by lizardking88mph, Feb 10, 2011.

  1. lizardking88mph

    lizardking88mph Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just got my G73jh-rbbx05 yesterday and I think the stock drivers are loaded on it. What video driver should I use? Can I go to the ATI website and download the driver there? Thanks for the help!!!!!

    - Matt
     
    lizardking88mph, Feb 10, 2011
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    The latest drivers from AMD or one of the many variations that sprout from them.

    Edit: If you want to use the latest drivers then you should update your vBIOS first.
     
    KuroLionheart, Feb 10, 2011
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    Thanks for the help. How does one go about updating the vBIOS? And what's the purpose? Thanks!!
     
    lizardking88mph, Feb 10, 2011
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  4. DCx

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    There's a sticky in the "Read this before posting" thread.
     
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    The first stickied thread in this particular board addresses any questions and installation instructions regarding updating your vBIOS.

    Although I read up on it, I basically came to the conclusion that unless you're having any problems while gaming there is no reason to bother with it.
     
    Kuudou, Feb 10, 2011
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    Click on the link in ny signature "what to do with your new g73jh". That should answer most of your questions. It is in the stickies too as others have said. Have fun and congrats on your new laptop.
     
    ValkerieFire, Feb 10, 2011
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