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    Dell or WIndows Update Drivers?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Garandhero, Nov 7, 2007.

  1. Garandhero

    Garandhero Notebook Deity

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    How often can we expect Dell or Windows update to release new graphic drivers for the 8600M GT? (vista)

    Does anyone know when the next release will be?

    currently using 156.69
     
    Garandhero, Nov 7, 2007
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  2. krt

    krt Notebook Consultant

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    Don't bother waiting. They are always far behind. The newest one is 169.04, install it using "have disk" and select 8600gt (not 8600m gt), no difference (that I have noticed). You can also get modded versions from www.laptopvideo2go.com
     
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  3. Garandhero

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    Install it using "have disk" what does that mean? where do I download the file to install it? I have Vista by the way. If I do have Disk or w/e dont i need a file?? where do I get it?
     
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  4. Kdawgca

    Kdawgca rotaredoM repudrepuS RBN

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    The "have disk" method is just a way of installing video card drivers using the Device manager.
    Here is a Guide with pictures from Lv2go:
    Have-Disk method for Windows Vista

    And search around for what drivers people recommend.
     
    Kdawgca, Nov 7, 2007
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  5. Harleyquin07

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    There's a dedicated thread in the gaming forum regarding the best drivers for the 8600GT. Right now I'm using the 169.01 version which was apparently optimised for Crysis and lots of people think it's a great driver.
     
    Harleyquin07, Nov 7, 2007
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    go to laptopvideo2go.com, go to the forums, and look for the "have disk" method guide. it's really simple, you just have to follow directions.
     
    icecubez189, Nov 7, 2007
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  7. Garandhero

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    So which version should I use 169.01 or 169.04?
     
    Garandhero, Nov 7, 2007
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    there is no way of knowing when they will release new ones
     
    gridtalker, Nov 7, 2007
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