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    Need an alternative to Dell QuickSet's functionality for the Vostro

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Jlbrightbill, Mar 6, 2008.

  1. Jlbrightbill

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    Vostro 1500
    Core 2 Duo T7500 2.2GHz
    WSXGA+ 1680x1050
    GeForce 8600M GT 256MB
    160 GB HD
    Mushkin dual-channel 4 GB RAM

    I don't like QuickSet because it conflicts with the programs I prefer to use, SpeedSwitchXP and I8kFanGui. The main problem I have is no on screen display for the volume buttons, brightness, and most importantly, the media control buttons don't work in Winamp. With my Inspiron 6000 I installed the Logitech iTouch software but I can't seem to locate the installer I used to have. Alternative solutions?
     
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    There is a Winamp plugin that works for the Vostro media buttons; I think you can find it on the Winamp website. It's actually called Dell Inspiron Media Buttons or something like that.
     
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    I use the Microsoft IntelliType, and tell it I have a comfort keyboard (it doesn't check the hardware). While it doesn't work for brightness, it seems to work better with media players.
     
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    Eh I can deal with no brightness meter, I mean the on-screen results are fairly evident. :)

    Does the IntelliType software show an on-screen volume indicator?
     
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    Yes, and it is more reliable than the quickset one, it doesn't get lost behind windows.
     
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    Excellent, my iTouch display would usually make it's way through full screen games but it was spotty at times. I'll check out the IntelliType and see how it treats me.
     
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    ****ing Microsoft....

    The software works great, but the media buttons only work in Windows Media Player and not Winamp/iTunes. Does work in Foobar though at least. Well forget iTunes, I guess I'll be getting the Winamp plugin.
     
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    It works in iTunes for me, I think you have to restart before it works.
     
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    Mmk iTunes working, Winamp not. Off I go to Winamp's site now.

    Edit: Winamp plugin works great, and I like that IntelliType has a lower memory imprint than iTouch.
     
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    it only works in itunes if itunes is maximized, if you minimize it and click on some other application the media buttons woudlnt work..
     
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    It will work when iTunes is minimized unless you have it set to minimize to the notification area or the iTunes toolbar is enabled. So basically, if it is showing on the task bar, it will work.
     
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