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    [Drivers] HP dv4-1XXX / dv4-21XX, Compaq CQ40 / CQ41 / CQ45 (INTEL)

    Discussion in 'HP' started by justinkw1, Aug 4, 2009.

  1. Space Invader

    Space Invader Newbie

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    Thank you very much for answering.
    I've read that dell and vaio owners didn't have any troubles at all with machines with just as old, or sometimes older, specs (generally speaking). Why? Is it better owning Dell and Vaio machines due to better support, can I assume that, as I am not an expert?

    Cheers, SI.
     
    Space Invader, Dec 3, 2012
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  2. Space Invader

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    Would you please post the link to this BIOS update? Maybe installation tips also?
     
    Space Invader, Dec 3, 2012
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  3. chumley

    chumley Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for the info. Yes Win 7 would be ideal, but I don't want to spend the $100 for that upgrade. Win 8 would be more palatable at only $40, but then as you said, there are driver/compatibility concerns. I've decided to just stick with Vista for now. My solution for the SSD was to buy an Intel drive because they provide software (Intel SSD Toolbox) which allows TRIM in Vista and even XP.
     
    chumley, Dec 5, 2012
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    Are these drivers compatible with compaq presario cq45-106au?
     
    ellcee, Feb 21, 2013
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  5. justinkw1

    justinkw1 Notebook Virtuoso

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    The Intel drivers and BIOS releases on the first post of this thread are NOT compatible with your notebook. The CQ45-106AU is an AMD-based notebook, while this thread is tailored for Intel-based models. Most of the other drivers should be compatible, although this is not guaranteed.

    The official driver downloads link is located here for reference - Software & Driver Downloads Compaq Presario CQ45-106AU Notebook PC | HP® Support
     
    justinkw1, Feb 22, 2013
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