[Drivers] HP dv6-2XXX / dv7-3XXX / dv8 / HDX16 / HDX18 (INTEL)

ohh yess! I've found the solution!!! and mediasmart dvd shows me a critical update!! download that?

 

give it about 5 minutes.. don't know why so long but it finally finishes.... go fix a sandwich!.. LOL!

 

hey guys there is a newer version for the HP MEDIASMART DVD SOFTWARE
» HP MediaSmart DVD Software
2010-04-28 , Version:4.0.3822, 60.09M
This package provides the HP MediaSmart DVD Software for the supported notebook models and operating systems. The HP MediaSmart DVD Software enables users to watch movies in DVD or BluRay (BD) formats.

File name:
sp48296.exe [1/1, 60.09M]
System requirements: No additional prerequisites
Released: 2010-04-28
Version: 4.0.3822
Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Starter (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit), Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit)
Fix/Enhancement:
Adds a new "Balanced" feature to the Power Saving options.

Provides support for DVD multi-region selection.

 

Does the media-smart dvd support hardware acceleration (AVIVO for example)? Or is it just software dvd.

 

the fan setting in the new bios i flashed (F.1B) stays ENABLED for always on, by default.

IS it alright to leave that setting like that?

 

Yes. I think this is the default setting for all the BIOS. In any case, i just leave it at that, and haven't experienced any problems.

 

Can't get the new version of MediaSmart Smart Menu to install. Can't figure out what the problem with it is.

 

I run the DV8T and likewise by default the bios sets the fan to be on all the time... but I turned my off to only come one when needed and it works perfect that way... hardly ever hear it.... but we are talking different bios's.....

I would turn it off and see if things seem to get hot "they shouldn't".. no use in pulling in dust and wearing out your fan if its already cool due to no load.

 

It installed perfect on my DV8t... if I remember right it brings up a dos type screen warning you not to close the screen till its done... it feels like its "never" gonna get done... I bet it takes close to five minutes!!!... but nevertheless, it finally finishes without a hitch.......

If thats the issue your having.. just be patient.

 

No the command window comes up and it doesn't stay up very long before completing and windows reports the app may not have installed correctly and when I check version number of the Smart Menu, I see I still have the old version number. All the other recent MediaSmart updates installed properly. Still can't figure out why this one is failing on my rig.

 

Mine installed fine... just as Alan described earlier. Bummer ...

Run a full scandisk on your system? Run a Registry clean-up? Maybe you have a partial file or something that is interfering.

 

Fixed it. Did a disk cleanup and removed all temp files. Uninstalled the old version with an app called Your Uninstaller which first uninstalls using the apps uninstaller and then also scans the registry (at user selectable levels of scrutiny) and removes remnants of the app left behind by the installer in the registry and elsewhere, similar to Revo Uninstaller.

Then renbooted and reinstalled the app and this time it appears to have installed correctly and Everest (under it's "installed software" section which is similar to SIW) is reporting HP Smart Menu 3.1.1.12 is installed so I think all is as it should be now.

Thanks for the help.

 

Does anyone know if the "MediaSmart Video version 4.0.4007 (3.2 A15) for Windows 7." that just got added to the front of this thread is something I would want?

Is it for video editing or what?

 

I have no idea. I just installed it but haven't tried to start it up.

So far I haven't found any of the HP apps I've tried to be very useful but since I currently have plenty of space, I keep them updated just in case I might someday find a use for them. I mostly use 3rd party apps for everything. For example, the free Faststone Image Viewer blows HP's photo app (and Windows and Win Live Photo apps as well) away, imo. So I use that for my default image viewer.

And for music I like AIMP2 (also free). For video Shark's W7 Codecs plus MPC-HC (all free) (and CoreAVC Pro for x.264 files (not free, but cheap and good although not really necessary)).

(I haven't gotten into using the integrated TV Tuner yet as I don't think there's any reception where I currently keep my machine set up, so maybe the HP TV app will come in handy for that someday.)

I also haven't yet made much use of the video camera built into the screen, but think perhaps some of the HP software might be useful for fooling around with that.

 

I just recently went to Cozumel and took some fabulous underwater shots with and underwater Olympus point and shoot... the video looked every bit as good as some discovery channel stuff. But I"m sure its not.

I would love to be able to edit them and put some together into one longer video and may even add some narration.

 

I haven't played around with editing video much yet but I think Cyberlink Power Director is a highly rated app for that and I think there is an OEM version of that on our DV8's.

Sony Vegas is another highly regarded one.

Windows Live Movie Maker might work too.

I have some cameras that are capable of taking pretty decent HD video (Panasonic ZS3 and LX3). Just haven't gotten into it yet but would like to.

 

Glad you were successful ... Just never know what those temp files, etc., can interfere with but I find they often do.

While you were doing that, I fixed something I've been fighting with for a month! HP 3G DriveGuard is working and my HDD is supported!

 

OK.. give it up.... what did you do?

 

Congratulations!

 

Thanks! Dumb luck and good things happen to nice guys, I guess!

 

I don't know what caused the change but here's what I did.

I had been doing some other work with my laptop that involved pulling my SSD from the primary drive bay (I'm going to try to update its firmware with the Samsung update package using other computers I have access to). To replace it, I put my "Ghost cloned" copy of my original 500gb HP-provided Seagate in the primary drive position. I started the Dv8 and Windows 7 decided to "repair" (new technology lingo for running scandisk on the drive) the primary and after it finished, it booted up normally.

To be clear, I put the non-HP drive into the primary and the HP-provided drive (which was originally in the primary slot when I received the Dv8) remains in the secondary position. Voila!

Now the non-HP primary drive shows up as protected and SUPPORTED under the ORIGINAL versions of the driver (4.0.2.1) and 3D DriveGuard software (4.0.3.1). I have no idea why!?

FWIW, the drive in the primary position is the same mfr (Seagate) and model number as the HP-provided drive. I guess this shows that, in my as-delivered configuration, only the primary drive is "protectable" by HP 3D DriveGuard and it isn't very discriminating when it comes to the actual drive source etc.

 

OFF TOPIC- much needed change here, a new driver section, alongside owner's lounge

Looks much organised and the driver thread is easier to find.

 

Some updates -- I apologize for posting later than expected. MediaSmart 4 looks as if MVP had been split into separate components...I have tried to accommodate for this the best I could.

05/23/2010

• Updated MediaSmart SmartMenu to version 3.1.1.12 (3.2 A10) for Windows 7.
• Updated MediaSmart DVD to version 4.0.3822 (3.2 A13) for Windows 7.
• Added MediaSmart Music version 4.0.3903 (3.2 A13) for Windows 7.
• Added MediaSmart Video version 4.0.4007 (3.2 A15) for Windows 7.

05/25/2010

• Updated Intel Chipset Device Software to version 9.1.2.1007.
• Updated Broadcom Wireless LAN driver to version 5.60.350.3.

 

Hello!!

BIOS F.24 E

WinFlash for HP Notebook System BIOS - Microsoft Windows-Based HP Pavilion dv8-1150es Entertainment Notebook PC - HP Customer Care (United States - English)

 

how do i go about installing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection?

Thank you!

 

Yep... I'm updated... a few funky things happened in that update that could have been a tad smoother.... "kinda makes you sweat".
Below I"ve posted elsewhere too but thought I may help someone not pee their pants if they try the update!

First.. this is one install that I do turn off my Antivirus.... don't need anything sticking its paws into the install process at all... no mistakes here!

1. When I first started the install, the installer said it has an error.... that was a lie.. just waited about 30 seconds and it continued.

2. Then the bar slowly went across indicating the progress... once it reached the end... it was maybe 4 more minutes!!!
It appeared all was locked up as even the mouse didn't work.... then finally it said "updating EC"

3. Then it completed.. and the machine autorebooted.... but it appeared to turn off and stay off.. just about the time I hit the power button it came on and went immediately off again.. but then restarted on its own.

4. I hit "esc" button and picked option F10 and went into the bios and set my custom settings.....
I turned the fan off of being all all the time to not.... this way it only comes on when needed.

The update was rather frivolous as to what it did.. but I still like the latest firmware.

 

Peter:
I do the same thing - d/l and install to keep them up-to-date - but found the Integrated TV Tuner quite good.

I tried it out at home where I can pick up about 10 digital channels OTA and 6 in HD. They look great on the Dv8t but searching and acquisition could be faster. I haven't used it after initial testing. I have my Dv8 located in the family room with the 60-inch TV so it's not needed.

Regards,
- - Phil

 

Phil,
I am surprised by what you say here, only because I thought many subscribed to the same rule with driver updates as with BIOS, as recently discussed in the other thread: only update if you are having a problem and the new one purports to solve that problem. As a corollary, I personally believe: never install a new anything until it's been out for a while and no one has reported a stability problem.

I have high respect for your knowledge, so please enlighten me here. Why do you automatically d/l and install all new drivers as soon as they come out, but stick with BIOS F.O6, because you are having no problems that the newer BIOS purport to fix. And you are sorely due for a +1 rep, so answer me this and consider it done. (People are way too stingy with rep points on this forum! People like you, Alan and Peter provide so much incredibly helpful information, and it should show in your Rep points!) Best, Jeff

 

New NVidia Beta driver 275.15
NVIDIA DRIVERS 257.15 BETA

 

I was having MASSIVE problems with the wireless. The blue button kept changing to red VERY random, sometimes every second, somtimes every 30 mins.... I could NOT figure it out. I've tried every version of the wireless driver, quick launch, and hp media smart.... I even wiped and reinstalled windows....

I still haven't offically figured it out, however, i took the laptop apart, took every piece underneath out (hds, memory, wireless card, tv card.) and took out the quick launch buttons, unplugged them and plugged them in. Also took battery out and held the power down for 3 mins with no battery and cord. Also took out cmos battery. It works just find now. I know that doesn't 'narrow it down much' but it was NOT the software. I know that much. I think the quick launch buttons were not connected right and needed a 'reset'.

Hope that makes sence. If your having similar problems, try unplugging the quicklaunch buttons, turn the lappy off, then replug them back in.

Ben

 

While the bios crashing would totally me off.. I have everything backup up on another drive worst case scenario....
Even if my backup didn't work.. I have all my personal stuff on other drives and even other computers.....

Having said all that, I can respect the healthy caution for not updating bios's... since there is no room for error... however I would think that as long as you kept your hardrives, HP could get you another laptop or another bios chip and just pop your hardrives in and all should come up.

I have never had a bios update issue and I've done bios updates for years... but I don't do stupid stuff during the update either... stories of failures always gender speculation in my mind as to what really happened when so many others updated fine.

If Phil doesn't want to update his bios.. thats ok with me.. as long as he tells me how he does everything else!

 

Congrats for your fearless quest to find success... thats awesome!

I maybe suspect it was a bios reset when you pulled the battery and let the dust settle for 3 min.. but you could be right.. could be physical contacts etc.....

Thats the unfortunate consequence of doing so many things at once.. you don't know when the magic happened.
But congrats nevertheless.

If I had such a problem after hearing your story... I would simply start by pulling the bios battery and try that before I ripped everything else out......

My hats off to you.
I"ve built many a desktop systems but these things intimidate me... like taking apart a swiss watch!

 

Looking forward to hearing some reports re how the new NVidia driver performs.

 

Well, after installing the new broadcom driver (5.60.350.3), the wifi and the mute button above the keyboard kept changing colors from blue/white to amber then GONE for 2 seconds then back again from amber then to blue/white. Kinda weird though. It never occurred to me once, just yesterday. However, i've only seen it twice.

I'll be installing the newest broadcom driver (5.60.350.6) to see if it solved the case.

 

a WHQL-certified version is planned for early June.

 

Jeff, you're too kind.

Let me explain a little bit.

First, I'm still running BIOS F.06 since nothing, since I received my Dv8 in mid-December '09, has seemed to be worth risking my entire laptop to acquire. To motivate me to update my BIOS, I must have a major problem that 1) doesn't respond to any other approach(new drivers, Scandisk, etc.) to resolve it and, 2) that the BIOS offers a solution SPECIFICALLY related to my problem.

Second, I DON'T install the latest drivers immediately when they come out!
I DO download them and save them in a folder called "uninstalled driver and software updates". For example, I'm still running the nVidia driver 187.66 and very happy with it. FWIW, I have another folder. 'Installed", that I put a copy of every driver and every piece of software that has been installed onto my Dv8. It comes in handy for checking versions and duplicating the software envirionment on my other PCs. I also have a folder, 'Previously installed and replaced or removed", to save former versions of stuff that I have removed for any reason or updated.

Third, I log, in a word file, every problem I find along with date and time of occurrence.

Fourth, when a driver is newer than my original or current driver for that item and might address an issue listed in my problem log (actually named punchlist.doc), I perform a full image backup of my primary and secondary drives.

Fifth, after verifying that the backups work properly (by installing them in place of the originals), I perform the update (or set of updates) on the backups. I test the updated drivers to see if the updates solve the issues. If they solve the problems, I leave the backup drives in place and run them for a while to be sure that new problems don't arise that are worse than the original problems.

Sixth, then -and only then- I will put the original drives back into the Dv8 and apply the new drivers and resume normal operations.

Bottom line: I treat BIOS updates as "life and death" but still take software and driver updates very seriously and perform them only when necessary, and only on backups so my originals are NEVER put in jeopardy. Using this approach since 1983, I have never lost any data, use of a PC, or bricked a PC.

Regards,
- - Phil

 

Common Phil, if you can't brick a PC now and then your not living!

 

Alan, I see that a bit differently. I'm living well WITHOUT that experience, thank you!

I liked that Asus had plug-in BIOSes so, if I had trashed one, my supplier (I ran a small PC software and hardware business back then) could send me one and I'd have just popped it in to replace the back one and send the bad one back to him. No fuss - no muss! Mailing a BIOS back is not in the same league as shipping an entire Dv8 laptop back to HP somewhere! Sheesh!

Regards,
- - Phil

 

Thanks. I'm not known for "warm and fuzzy" ...

Wise and conservative approach.... and one with which I strongly agree.

I have a rather short and general answer to this. I read the experiences of others here on this thread, and on the Dv8 thread and, unless everyone is complaining that a particular function won't work, etc. , I feel pretty safe in concluding that the BIOS is NOT the issue. All of us have BIOSes and, at last count, only two or three are working versions. If it were really a BIOS issue, wouldn't everyone with F.06 be squawking for help and everyone with F.21 be saying they don't have that problem? Etc., etc.

As far as driver interactions, I fear them somewhat but I know that, at one point before this Dv8 was RTM'd, Intel and Quanta and HP, all "played well together" and updated drivers should be tested together. By only changing one at a time between evaluations, I tend to avoid the issue.

Regards,
- - Phil

 

I'm not that careful about driver updates. I simply like to have the latest versions and with the latest fixes and enhancements and if the driver causes a problem, with W7 (and some other OS's) it's a snap to roll back to the previous driver, then there's system restore, and then there's my clones and image backups, so I have nothing to fear from driver updates. And I can't think of one that has ever caused me a problem. I probably have had to roll back a few times in my life but that's about it. So trivial I can't recall the specific occasions. So I have no qualms about plunging ahead with driver updates without much caution beyond my normal backup procedures and using system restore. The video driver is one exception. If I have a good video driver running (as I do now), I tend to wait to hear about other's experiences before updating to a newer version. There is a newer NVidia video driver (big jump up to v. 257 (from 197)) available as I write this but I'm waiting a bit and perhaps will wait for the WHL certified version that is due in a week or two.

But I agree on the caution wrt BIOS updates. With Thinkpads (my previous machine), BIOS updates almost always contained fairly significant fixes. Not so, apparently with HP, on the DV8 at least. But old habits die hard and luckily for me, I'm happily running F.24E and my DV8 has survived the experience.

 

I'm glad you're cautious, Peter ... while my backups are driven by the desire for comparison, I understand that your approach is more expeditious and lacks nothing for protection.

Yes, as I previously acknowledged, you are FEARLESS as well as lucky.

I wonder if anyone has yet reported a significant improvement from any of the series of HP BIOS updates?

 

Attributes of a good gambler.... whether at Vegas or the stock market!

 

The new IDT audio driver/software installed and is working fine so far. Supposed to have fixed a pop that occurred at certain times on certain systems. I was getting a disconcerting pop sometimes I think when pressing the power button to start up or shut down (can't recall exactly when) but hopefully this update puts an end to that. Aside from that minor issue that now hopefully is fixed, I really love the audio quality the DV8 has. I frequently listen to music or movies with very high end headphones and it really sounds good to me.

 

Sounds like the attributes of an AIG top level manager too, and see what that led to!

Regards,
- -Phil

 

HP MediaSmart Movies and TV VERSION: 1.0.0.10 REV: A

This package provides HP MediaSmart Movie and TV for the supported notebook models and operating systems. HP MediaSmart Movie and TV launches from the HP SmartMenu and includes Internet TV, Hulu, Netflix, and CinemaNow.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp48501-49000/sp48734.exe

 

Has anyone installed HP MediaSmart Movie and TV ok? My install just flashes a cmd box, nothing else... I can launch Movie and TV from MediaSmart menu, but there's no content, nothing at all. I don't have tv tuner in my computer but internet tv channels should be available? I was wondering if the installer package is corrupted or something...

 

Anyone any ideas on this issue im having?

I have the DV7-3020EA and everything works fine until i unplug the power cable to use it on battery and the cpu on all cores shoots up to pretty much 100% and the whole thing becomes unresponsive.

When i manage to open resource monitor Audiodg.exe seems to be the issue but even when i shut it down it doesnt help.

I have to manually shut down, plug the power back in and that solves the issue but it means i cant ever use this on battery.

All drivers fully up to date, BIOS up to date and running Windows 7 Ultimate.

Cheers.

 

Just a hunch but maybe the power plan options for battery usage on the power plan you are currently using are screwed up. Try changing to another power plan and see if it works properly on battery. If so, dig into the options for the plan that is screwed up and check the settings, particularly the CPU power (or whatever it's called) settings. It might be set to a minimum and maximum of 100% CPU.

 

Very same issue here.