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    bluetooth problem in xps m1330

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by naderi_cse, Jan 17, 2008.

  1. naderi_cse

    naderi_cse Notebook Enthusiast

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    hiya
    after installing new bios update (a07) for my xps, my bluetooth stoped working. i.e. it doesn`t active with wi-fi catcher key. i checked everything from bios setup to quick-set setup in order to find a solution to my problem. but i didn`t succeed. the wi-fi work but the bluetooth...unfortunately NO :(
    please give me a solution if you experienced this problem before.
    thanks to all
     
    naderi_cse, Jan 17, 2008
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    BlackRussian, Jan 17, 2008
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    naderi_cse Notebook Enthusiast

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    no it didn`t work.
    the wi-fi catcher not work even out of windows. i mean, before this error happens, when i was turning on my notebook, i could see bluetooth blue light top of keyboard by switching wi-fi catcher on, but now i can`t see. i think it is a hardware problem. :(
     
    naderi_cse, Jan 17, 2008
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    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    Can you see the BT adapter under Bluetooth Radios in device manager ? or are there any device drivers with errors ?
     
    PhoenixFx, Jan 17, 2008
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    Did you check the BIOS setting for the BT since you have flashed the BIOS?
     
    billcsho, Jan 17, 2008
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    naderi_cse Notebook Enthusiast

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    no i cannot see it [bluetooth adapter].

    yes i checked it. its correct. bluetooth is enabled.
     
    naderi_cse, Jan 19, 2008
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  7. BlackRussian

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    Reinstall quick set from your Dell disc or download it from Dell.
     
    BlackRussian, Jan 19, 2008
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    Reboot and use F2 to enter the BIOS. Expand "Wireless," ensure that BT is enabled. If it is, go into "Maintenance" and reload defaults.

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    I'm guessing since the BT disappeared after you applied the new BIOS, flipped someting.
     
    ZoinksS2k, Jan 19, 2008
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    Just to add on this make sure you select all devices in the option this way all your wireless devices will be enabled. and save bios settings and exit.
     
    BlackRussian, Jan 19, 2008
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