[Drivers] HP dv6-4XXX / dv6-6XXX / dv7-5XXX / dv7-6XXX / ENVY 14-2XXX / ENVY 17-2XXX (INTEL)

Last Updated: June 12, 2014

I've decided to take on the duty to post the latest drivers that are compatible with the following notebooks. It is part of my ongoing, informal commitment to help assist those who had performed clean installs on their HP notebooks. Please let me know if you find newer drivers or other devices so I can update this post!

Compatible Notebooks

NOTE: "X" in the notebook series denotes a wild-card number.

HP Pavilion
Notebook Series	Aliases/Variants	Comments
dv6-4XXX	dv6t dv6t Quad Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Mobile Processor (Winter 2011)
dv6-60XX dv6-61XX	dv6t dv6t Quad Edition dv6t Select Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Mobile Processor (Spring 2011)
dv6-6bXX dv6-6cXX	dv6t dv6t Quad Edition dv6t Select Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Mobile Processor (Fall 2011)
dv7-429X		Quick-ship or pre-customized notebook PCs from various retailers; 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Mobile Processor (Winter 2011)
dv7-5XXX	dv7t Quad Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Mobile Processor (Winter 2011)
dv7-60XX dv7-61XX	dv7t dv7t Quad Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Mobile Processor (Spring 2011)
dv7-6bXX dv7-6cXX	dv7t dv7t Quad Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Mobile Processor (Fall 2011)
HP ENVY
Notebook Series	Aliases/Variants	Comments
ENVY 14-2XXX	ENVY 14 ENVY 14t ENVY 14 Beats Edition	2nd Generation Intel Core i5/i7 Mobile Processor (Summer 2011)
ENVY 17-2XXX	ENVY 17 ENVY 17 3D	2nd Generation Intel Core i5/i7 Mobile Processor (Spring 2011)

Drivers

All of these drivers come from HP's website, Microsoft Update, and from other reputable websites (including other manufacturers). All of the drivers here are also WHQL Certified or digitally signed drivers, available as of the date when this post was updated. These drivers should be compatible with the notebook series stated above, but I am not responsible for technical difficulties that can occur as a result of improper driver installation!

Following along the same lines as the other driver threads, the process of installing and updating drivers is for ADVANCED/EXPERIENCED users only. Average users can use the drivers located at the HP support portals -- they're the safest and simplest way to go in terms of drivers for your specific model. Some of these drivers may work with notebooks other than the stated brand and models, but this is NOT guaranteed. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK -- only install these drivers if you know how to revert the changes that you have made should any problems be encountered.

Intel Chipset Device Software

Important Information
To ensure that all device drivers are updated, simply execute the downloaded setup file using the -overall parameter. Example: If you saved the downloaded file as infinst911autol.exe to the root directory of C: drive, you can launch the Run command (Windows key + R) and insert "C:\infinst911autol.exe -overall" in the Open field (without the quotes). Press OK to begin the interactive installation process. Starting with Intel Chipset Device Software package version 9.2.0.1016, the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver may become overwritten with the driver that exists in the package if it is installed. Should such an instance occur, reinstall the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver afterwards. Version 10.0.14 originates from and is provided by Micro-Star International (MSI). The zip package contains the setup installer and release notes.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	10.0.14	10 Jun 2014		http://download.msi.com/dvr_exe/intel_chipse_9_mb.zip
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	10.0.13	10 Jun 2014	Release Notes, README	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/20775/eng/SetupChipset.exe
	9.4.0.1027	07 Feb 2014	Release Notes, README	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23061/eng/INF_allOS_9.4.0.1027.exe

Intel Rapid Storage Technology

Important Information
Intel Rapid Storage Technology was previously known as Intel Matrix Storage Manager. It is highly recommended that you install this even if RAID is not configured on your system. See Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) - Product overview for more information. If you are having problems with the Interactive Setup wizard, use the INF Install method instead. This allows the driver to be installed using the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard. Once the driver is installed, you can try the Interactive Setup wizard again to ensure that the software is correctly installed.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	12.9.4.1000	12 Jun 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp66501-67000/sp66510.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	12.9.0.1001	07 Feb 2014	Release Notes, README	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23496/eng/SetupRST.exe
Windows 7 x86 Windows 8 x86 Windows 8.1 x86			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23496/eng/f6flpy-x86.zip
Windows 7 x64 Windows 8 x64 Windows 8.1 x64			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23496/eng/f6flpy-x64.zip
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	12.8.0.1016	07 Feb 2014	Release Notes, README	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23060/a08/SetupRST.exe
Windows 7 x86 Windows 8 x86 Windows 8.1 x86			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23060/eng/f6flpy-x86.zip
Windows 7 x64 Windows 8 x64 Windows 8.1 x64			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23060/eng/f6flpy-x64.zip

Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series / 7-series / 8-series / 9-series)

Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	10.0.0.1204	10 Jun 2014		http://download.msi.com/dvr_exe/intel_me10_mb.zip
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	9.5.24.1790	15 Feb 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp65001-65500/sp65109.exe
	9.5.0.1428 (package) 9.5.0.1393 (MEI driver)	04 Jul 2013		ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61501-62000/sp61945.exe

Intel Solid State Drive Firmware Update

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook uses one of the following HP-supplied solid state drives! Use the Device Manager to verify that this is the case. Intel X18-M Mainstream SSD Series Intel X25-M Mainstream SSD Series Intel SSD 320 Series Only apply this firmware update once. You do not need to re-apply this firmware update again if you have already done so.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows x86/x64	2CV102M3 2CV102M6 4PC10365	04 Jan 2012	CVA, HTML NBR Discussion	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55501-56000/sp55508.exe

Intel WiFi Link

Important Information
Only for notebooks with an Intel WiFi Link or Intel WiFi/WiMAX adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain an Intel-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware. The driver version applied may vary, depending on the Windows OS you are using and the Intel wireless adapter that is currently installed. For more information, visit this link - http://www.intel.com/support/wireless/wlan/sb/CS-034315.htm
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86	15.7.0.3	06 Jul 2013		Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 7 x64				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 8 x86			Release Notes	Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 8 x64				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86	15.4.1.1	25 Apr 2013		Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 7 x64				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 8 x86				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 8 x64				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 7 x86	15.4.0.11	25 Apr 2013		Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 7 x64				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 8 x86				Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 8 x64				Driver Only, Driver + Software

Broadcom Wireless LAN

Important Information
Only for notebooks with a Broadcom BCM wireless adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain a Broadcom-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	5.100.82.147	05 Jul 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp62001-62500/sp62339.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64	6.30.59.139	05 Jul 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp62001-62500/sp62226.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	5.100.82.143	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp60501-61000/sp60504.exe
	5.100.82.139	19 Aug 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp57501-58000/sp57965.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64	6.30.59.82	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61501-62000/sp61629.exe
	6.30.59.49	21 Oct 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58501-59000/sp58848.exe

Qualcomm Atheros Wireless LAN

Important Information
There may be newer versions of this driver available however none of them specifically support the ones built into these notebook models. This is the most compatible driver currently available. Only for notebooks with a Qualcomm Atheros AR wireless adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain a Qualcomm Atheros-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	10.0.0.227	04 Jul 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61501-62000/sp61817.exe
Previous Releasesng>
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	10.0.0.222	04 Jul 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61001-61500/sp61411.exe
	10.0.0.216	02 Feb 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp60001-60500/sp60095.exe
Windows 7 x86/x64	9.2.0.496	13 May 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp57001-57500/sp57138.exe

MediaTek RT309X / RT539X WiFi Adapter

Important Information
It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous versions of the driver prior to installing the newest version. Only for notebooks with a MediaTek / Ralink wireless adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain a MediaTek / Ralink-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware. Drivers shown here (as well as their corresponding products) were formerly marketed under the Ralink brand.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	5.0.25.0	04 Jul 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61501-62000/sp61776.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	5.0.23.0	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61001-61500/sp61409.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64
Windows 7 x86/x64	5.0.9.0	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61001-61500/sp61151.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64	5.0.15.0

Realtek RTL8188CE / RTL8192CE WLAN Adapter

Important Information
It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous versions of the driver prior to installing the newest version. Only for notebooks with a Realtek RTL8188CE / RTL8192CE wireless adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain a Realtek-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	2007.12	04 Jul 2013		Realtek

Intel Wireless Display Software

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook meets the system requirements mentioned here - Intel® Wireless Display — System requirements for the Intel® Wireless Display. Additional software and hardware (such as the Intel My WiFi Technology Software) may be required - if your notebook does not meet the requirements specified by Intel, do not install this software. Overview of the Intel Wireless Display technology - Laptop to TV with Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) Installation instructions as recommended by Intel - Intel® Wireless Display — Software and drivers for Intel® Wireless Display For systems running Windows 8.1, the Intel Wireless Display software is not needed (for 7-series chipsets and later). Click here for more information.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	4.2.24.0	08 Feb 2014	README	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23428/eng/Setup4.2.24.0.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	4.2.21.0	08 Feb 2014	README	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22016/eng/Setup4.2.21.0.exe

AMD Radeon HD Graphics

Important Information
Make sure that you download and install the package that is applicable to your notebook series. Do not install these if you have a standalone Intel Graphics Media Accelerator / Intel HD Graphics solution or an AMD graphics card that is not applicable! REQUIRED: The current HP releases specifically support HP versions of the specified Mobility Radeon HD models and include the following components. AMD graphics driver with switchable graphics feature (if applicable, available on the ENVY 14-2XXX, ENVY 17-2XXX, dv6-6XXX, dv7-6XXX) HDMI audio driver AMD Catalyst Control Center configuration software OPTIONAL: If you want to install the current reference driver provided by AMD, download and install it on top of the HP release. This is done so that the switchable graphics feature can continue to operate properly. Install the reference driver at your own risk! Although the driver is provided by AMD, it is not guaranteed that it will operate normally under all circumstances.
Current Releases
Notebook Model	OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
dv6-4XXX (6570M) dv7-5XXX (6570M) ENVY 17-2XXX (6850M)	Windows 7 x64	8.882.2.2000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2476 (Intel SG) 7.12.0.7702 (HDMI Audio)	20 Dec 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp54501-55000/sp54917.exe
dv6-6XXX (6490M/6770M/7470M/7690M XT) dv7-6XXX (6490M/6770M/7470M/7690M XT) ENVY 14-2XXX (6630M)	Windows 7 x86/x64	8.882.2.3000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2476 (Intel SG) 7.12.0.7702 (HDMI Audio)	23 Nov 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55001-55500/sp55092.exe
	Windows 8 x64	9.000.0.0000 (AMD) 9.17.10.2843 (Intel SG) 8.0.0.8808 (HDMI Audio)	06 Dec 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59001-59500/sp59407.exe
Reference Driver	Windows 7 x86 Windows 8 x86	Catalyst 12.10 9.002 (AMD) 7.12.0.7706 (HDMI Audio Win7) 8.0.0.8808 (HDMI Audio Win8)	24 Oct 2012	Release Notes	http://www2.ati.com/Drivers/mobile/12-10_mobility_vista_win7_win8_32_dd_ccc_whql_net4.exe
	Windows 7 x64 Windows 8 x64				http://www2.ati.com/Drivers/mobile/12-10_mobility_vista_win7_win8_64_dd_ccc_whql_net4.exe
Previous Releases
Notebook Model	OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
dv6-4XXX (6570M) dv7-5XXX (6570M) ENVY 17-2XXX (6850M)	Windows 7 x64	8.820.5.1000 (AMD) 7.11.0.7706 (HDMI Audio)	16 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53274.exe
		8.800.8.1000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2246 (Intel SG) 7.11.0.7706 (HDMI Audio)	28 Mar 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51614.exe
dv6-6XXX (6490M/6770M/7470M/7690M XT) dv7-6XXX (6490M/6770M/7470M/7690M XT)	Windows 7 x86/x64	8.830.6.3000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2372 (Intel SG) 7.12.0.7701 (HDMI Audio)	30 Oct 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp54001-54500/sp54462.exe
		8.830.6.2000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2219 (Intel SG) 7.12.0.7700 (HDMI Audio)	16 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53025.exe
	Windows 8 x64	9.000.0.0000 (AMD) 9.17.10.2817 (Intel SG) 8.0.0.8808 (HDMI Audio)	24 Oct 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58501-59000/sp58788.exe
ENVY 14-2XXX (6630M)	Windows 7 x86/x64	8.830.6.2000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2219 (Intel SG) 7.12.0.7700 (HDMI Audio)	16 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53025.exe
		8.810.4.1000 (AMD) 8.15.10.2219 (Intel SG) 7.12.0.7700 (HDMI Audio)	28 Feb 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51585.exe
	Windows 8 x64	9.000.0.0000 (AMD) 9.17.10.2817 (Intel SG) 8.0.0.8808 (HDMI Audio)	24 Oct 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58501-59000/sp58788.exe

Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 3000

Important Information
This driver package is compatible only with notebooks that have an Intel 6-series motherboard chipset with integrated graphics technology, and should not be used if an AMD graphics card is included with the notebook. It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous versions of the Intel graphics driver prior to installing the newest version. In addition to the graphics driver, these packages include the following components and will be installed as necessary depending on your system configuration: Intel HDMI Audio driver Intel Control Center software Intel Turbo Boost Technology driver Driver packages originating from Intel are also provided in ZIP file format as an alterative to the executable format (as provided below). See http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Graphics&ProductLine=Laptop graphics controllers&ProductProduct=Intel® HD Graphics&ProdId=3231&LineId=1101&FamilyId=39 for details.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86 Windows 8 x86 Windows 8.1 x86	9.17.10.3347 (15.28.20[.64].3347) 6.14.0.3097 (Audio)	08 Feb 2014	Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP
Windows 7 x64 Windows 8 x64 Windows 8.1 x64			Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86 Windows 8 x86	9.17.10.3223 (15.28.18[.64].3223) 6.14.0.3097 (Audio)	08 Feb 2014	Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP
Windows 7 x64 Windows 8 x64			Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP
Windows 7 x86 Windows 8 x86
Windows 7 x64 Windows 8 x64

IDT High Definition Audio Codec

Important Information
Although not required, it is recommended that you remove any previous versions of the driver before installing the newest version. The drivers available here originate from IDT's FTP site.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	6.10.6498.0	08 Feb 2014	Release Notes	ftp://quanta[email protected]/IDT_drivers/HP/2013-12-27 [v478.0_HP_cNB13_W78B_6498_BeatsV4_CP-1470_W]/v478.0_HP_cNB13_W78B_6498_BeatsV4_CP-1470_W.zip
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	6.10.6495.0	08 Feb 2014	Release Notes	ftp://quanta[email protected]/IDT_drivers/HP/2013-11-19 [v477.0_HP_cNB13_W78B_6495_BeatsV4_CP-1467_W]/v477.0_HP_cNB13_W78B_6495_BeatsV4_CP-1467_W.zip
	6.10.6493.0	08 Feb 2014	Release Notes	ftp://quanta[email protected]/IDT_drivers/HP/2013-10-21 [v475.0_HP_cNB13_W78B_6493_BeatsV4_CP-1462_W]/v475.0_HP_cNB13_W78B_6493_BeatsV4_CP-1462_W.zip

Realtek Card Reader

Important Information
Make sure that you download the package that is applicable to the OS you are currently using. dv6-4XXX, dv7-429X, dv7-5XXX, ENVY 14-2XXX, and ENVY 17-2XXX: RTS5159 / RTS5138 dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX: RTS5209
Current Releases
Model	OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
RTS5159 RTS5138	Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	6.2.8400.30143	04 Oct 2012		Realtek
RTS5209		6.2.8400.28124	04 Oct 2012

Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller

Important Information
This driver is only for the dv6-4XXX / dv6-6XXX / dv7-5XXX / dv7-6XXX / ENVY 17-2XXX series! It is recommended that you uninstall all previous versions of the driver before installing the newest version. If you don't, the installation wizard will uninstall any old versions for you. You may have to relaunch the installation wizard to proceed with the actual installation of the new driver.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	7.078	15 Feb 2014		Realtek
Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	8.024	15 Feb 2014

Qualcomm Atheros AR8131 / AR8151 PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Controller

Important Information
This driver is only for the ENVY 14-2XXX! Driver versions 2.1.0.4 and 2.1.0.7 are provided by the Microsoft Update Catalog. These drivers must be installed using the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	2.0.12.13	13 May 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56501-57000/sp56899.exe
Windows 8 x86	2.1.0.7	04 Oct 2012		http://download.windowsupdate.com/m..._4e65f8ed436b84286922294f520cdb371c386da5.cab
Windows 8 x64				http://download.windowsupdate.com/m..._5ba8ae52b2099d132fdb6c270aeee05c2b1d9384.cab
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	2.0.4.4	01 Sep 2011		http://download2.msi.com/files/downloads/dvr_exe/Atheros_lan_vx_mb.zip
	1.0.2.43	13 Aug 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53501-54000/sp53699.exe
Windows 8 x86	2.1.0.4	04 Oct 2012		http://download.windowsupdate.com/m..._8dc4c881c577c1122db21595a142864a7ccf1f17.cab
Windows 8 x64				http://download.windowsupdate.com/m..._23eb394cc5f50052ace4c9bb04ce576c0336ef42.cab

Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller

Important Information
Only for notebooks with a Renesas / NEC USB 3.0 Host Controller! Do not install this if your notebook does not have a Renesas / NEC USB 3.0 Host Controller! Use the Device Manager to verify that this is the case. This driver was formerly marketed under the NEC Electronics brand.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	2.1.28.1	12 Jun 2012		http://downloadmirror.intel.com/19880/eng/USB3.0_allOS_2.1.28.1_PV.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64
	2.1.19.0	12 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53501-54000/sp53671.exe

Fresco Logic USB 3.0 Host Controller

Important Information
Only for notebooks with a Fresco Logic USB 3.0 Host Controller! Do not install this if your notebook does not have a Fresco Logic USB 3.0 Host Controller! Use the Device Manager to verify that this is the case.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	3.5.93.0	14 Dec 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59929.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	3.5.46.0	12 Jun 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp57001-57500/sp57234.exe
	3.3.44.0	17 Mar 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55001-55500/sp55093.exe

HP Quick Launch Software

Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	3.0.6 (3.00 A6)	14 Dec 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59927.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	3.0.5 (3.00 A5)	25 Oct 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58501-59000/sp58626.exe

Broadcom 2070 / 20702 Bluetooth

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook contains an HP Integrated Bluetooth module or a Broadcom 2070/20702 Bluetooth module! Use the Device Manager to verify that this is the case. Please note that version 6.5 packages will, without your permission, install bloatware into the following directory - C:\Program Files\WIDCOMM\Bluetooth Software\EasyBits Games. You can safely remove the EasyBits Games folder and then run a registry scan (using third-party software) to remove any other evidence of EasyBits on your system.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	6.5.1.3700	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61501-62000/sp61617.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64	12.0.0.6950	06 Jul 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp62001-62500/sp62225.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	6.5.1.2700	08 Jul 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp57501-58000/sp57704.exe
	6.5.1.2300 (6.5 K2)	12 Apr 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56501-57000/sp56715.exe
Windows 8 x86/x64	12.0.0.6000	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61501-62000/sp61627.exe
	12.0.0.2100	25 Oct 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59001-59500/sp59021.exe

Ralink / Motorola Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook contains a Ralink/Motorola BC4 or BC8 Bluetooth and HS adapter!
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	3.0.43.307	05 Nov 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55001-55500/sp55063.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	3.0.42.298	13 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52533.exe
	3.0.42.285	22 Jan 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51607.exe

Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook contains an Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth and HS adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify that this is the case.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86	3.1.1311	08 Feb 2014		http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23451/eng/BT_3.1.1311_s32.exe
Windows 7 x64				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23451/eng/BT_3.1.1311_s64.exe
Windows 8 x86				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23450/eng/BT_3.1.1311_e32.exe
Windows 8 x64				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23450/eng/BT_3.1.1311_e64.exe
Windows 8.1 x86				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23449/eng/BT_3.1.1311_e132.exe
Windows 8.1 x64				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/23449/eng/BT_3.1.1311_e164.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86	3.0.1304	06 Jul 2013		http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22860/eng/BT_3.0.1304_s32.exe
Windows 7 x64				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22860/eng/BT_3.0.1304_s64.exe
Windows 8 x86				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22859/eng/BT_3.0.1304_e32.exe
Windows 8 x64				http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22859/eng/BT_3.0.1304_e64.exe

Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad

Important Information
This is the most compatible driver currently available for these notebooks. Newer versions may exist and work, but they are not fully compatible with certain functions (for customization, etc). Although not required, it is recommended that you uninstall all previous versions of the Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver before installing the newest version.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	18.0.1.32	17 Feb 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp64501-65000/sp64975.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	17.0.16.1	17 Feb 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp64501-65000/sp64520.exe
	17.0.8.0	15 Feb 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp63001-63500/sp63417.exe

Validity Fingerprint Reader

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook has a fingerprint reader! The current release is certified for the following Validity fingerprint sensors: VFS5131. Remove all previous versions prior to installing the latest release. If the driver does not successfully install, use the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard instead.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	4.4.234.0	21 Oct 2012		ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58501-59000/sp58900.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	4.3.304.0	19 May 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56501-57000/sp56957.exe
	4.3.301.0	17 Mar 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56001-56500/sp56403.exe

HP SimplePass Software by Authentec

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook has a fingerprint reader!
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	6.0.100.276	15 Feb 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp63001-63500/sp63224.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	6.0.100.272	01 Jun 2013	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp61001-61500/sp61399.exe
	6.0.100.257	14 Dec 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59664.exe

HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor

Important Information
This driver is equivalently known as HP ProtectSmart for consumer notebooks and HP 3D DriveGuard for business notebooks. Drivers provided by the Microsoft Update Catalog must be installed using the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard. These releases do not include the additional software or control panel. Make sure you have Intel Matrix Storage Manager or Intel Rapid Storage Technology installed first before you install this.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64 Windows 8.1 x86/x64	4.2.9.1	15 Feb 2014	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp64001-64500/sp64144.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64 Windows 8 x86/x64	4.2.8.1	25 Oct 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58001-58500/sp58423.exe
Windows 7 x86/x64	4.2.4.1 (driver) 4.1.16.1 (software)	11 May 2012	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp57001-57500/sp57232.exe

BIOS

Important Information
The BIOS images released must be flashed in a Windows environment. Only use the BIOS release that is applicable to your particular notebook model. Do NOT attempt to flash a BIOS image that is not supported or designated for your model. Doing so will render your system unusable! Be sure to carefully read the guidelines displayed by the BIOS update utility to ensure a successful flash.
Current Releases
Notebook Model	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
dv6-4XXX dv7-429X dv7-5XXX	F.0F	19 Aug 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp54001-54500/sp54077.exe
dv6-60XX dv6-61XX dv7-60XX dv7-61XX	F.1B	23 Nov 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55001-55500/sp55068.exe
dv6-6bXX dv6-6cXX dv7-6bXX dv7-6cXX	F.1B	14 Dec 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59755.exe
ENVY 14-2XXX	F.0E	13 Dec 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59630.exe
ENVY 17-2XXX	F.1C	13 Dec 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp59501-60000/sp59847.exe
Previous Releases
Notebook Model	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
dv6-4XXX dv7-429X dv7-5XXX	F.0E	15 Jun 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53368.exe
	F.0D	15 Jun 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52758.exe
dv6-60XX dv6-61XX dv7-60XX dv7-61XX	F.1A	01 Aug 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp54001-54500/sp54024.exe
	F.14	15 Jun 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53216.exe
dv6-6bXX dv6-6cXX dv7-6bXX dv7-6cXX	F.1A	20 Oct 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp58501-59000/sp58987.exe
	F.19	08 Jun 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp57001-57500/sp57474.exe
ENVY 14-2XXX	F.0A	15 Mar 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55501-56000/sp55671.exe
	F.09	02 Dec 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp55001-55500/sp55301.exe
ENVY 17-2XXX	F.1A	20 Mar 2012	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56001-56500/sp56413.exe
	F.18	02 Nov 2011	CVA,HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp54501-55000/sp54881.exe

HP Notebook Software

For access to recommended software such as MediaSmart, LightScribe System Software, and UEFI utilities: visit the Popular HP Notebook Software thread.

Recent Edits

Date format is MM/DD/YYYY, listed from oldest to newest.

01/26/2013

• Updated: Qualcomm Atheros Wireless LAN driver, version 10.0.0.212 for Windows 8.

02/02/2013

• Updated: Qualcomm Atheros Wireless LAN driver, version 10.0.0.216 for Windows 7 and Windows 8.

02/03/2013

• Updated: Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 2500 / 3000 / 4000 driver, version 9.17.10.2932 (15.28.12[.64].2932) / 6.14.0.3097 (Audio) for Windows 7 and Windows 8 (thanks Blackra1n).
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display Software, version 3.5.40.0 (thanks Blackra1n).
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display Software, version 3.5.41.0 (thanks Blackra1n).

02/18/2013

• Updated: Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter driver package, version 2.6.1211 for Windows 7 and Windows 8 (thanks Blackra1n).

02/19/2013

• Changed: "Ralink RT3090 / RT5390 WiFi Adapter" to "MediaTek RT309X / RT539X WiFi Adapter".

04/25/2013

• Updated: Intel Chipset Device Software, version 9.4.0.1017.
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 12.0.0.1083.
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 12.5.0.1066.
• Updated: Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series / 7-series / 8-series), version 9.0.2.1345 (package) / 9.0.0.1287 (MEI driver).
• Updated: Intel WiFi driver (and software), version 15.4.0.11 for Windows 7 and Windows 8.
• Updated: Intel WiFi driver (and software), version 15.4.1.1 for Windows 7 and Windows 8.
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display Software, version 4.0.18.0.
• Changed: "Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 2500 / 3000 / 4000" to "Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 3000."
• Updated: Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 3000 driver, version 9.17.10.3062 (15.28.15[.64].3062) / 6.14.0.3097 (Audio).
• Updated: Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 7.069 for Windows 7.
• Updated: Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 8.012 for Windows 8.

06/01/2013

• Updated: Broadcom Wireless LAN driver, version 5.100.82.143 for Windows 7 (sp60504).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.2.17.0 (sp60197).
• Updated: HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor driver, version 4.2.9.1 (sp61037).
• Updated: MediaTek RT309X / RT539X WiFi Adapter driver, version 5.0.9.0 for Windows 7 and version 5.0.10.0 for Windows 8 (sp60464).
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6448.0 (sp60984).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.3.9.0 (sp61030).
• Updated: MediaTek RT309X / RT539X WiFi Adapter driver, version 5.0.9.0 for Windows 7 and version 5.0.15.0 for Windows 8 (sp61151).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.3.12.1 (sp61169).
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6454.0 (sp61258).
• Updated: HP SimplePass Software by Authentec, version 6.0.100.272 (sp61399).
• Updated: MediaTek RT309X / RT539X WiFi Adapter driver, version 5.0.23.0 (sp61409).
• Updated: Broadcom Wireless LAN driver, version 6.30.59.82 for Windows 8 (sp61629).
• Updated: Broadcom 2070 / 20702 Bluetooth driver package, version 6.5.1.3700 for Windows 7 (sp61617).
• Updated: Broadcom 2070 / 20702 Bluetooth driver package, version 12.0.0.6000 for Windows 8 (sp61627).

06/02/2013

• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.5.3.3 (sp61819).
• Updated: Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 7.072 for Windows 7.
• Updated: Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 8.015 for Windows 8.

07/04/2013

• Updated: Qualcomm Atheros Wireless LAN driver, version 10.0.0.222 (sp61411).
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6466.0 (sp61802).
• Updated: Qualcomm Atheros Wireless LAN driver, version 10.0.0.227 (sp61817).
• Updated: Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series / 7-series / 8-series), version 9.5.0.1428 (package) / 9.5.0.1393 (driver) - (sp61945).
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 12.5.3.1004 (sp61947).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.6.1.3 (sp61999).
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display software, version 4.1.17.0 (sp62198).
• Updated: MediaTek (Ralink) RT309X / RT539X WiFi Adapter driver, version 5.0.25.0 (sp61776).
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display software, version 4.1.19.0 (sp62309).
• Updated: Realtek RTL8188CE / RTL8192CE WLAN Adapter driver, version 2007.12 for Windows 7 and Windows 8.

07/05/2013

• Updated: Broadcom Wireless LAN driver, version 5.100.82.147 for Windows 7 (sp62339) - (thanks ricktendo64).
• Updated: Broadcom Wireless LAN driver, version 6.30.59.139 for Windows 8 (sp62226).

07/06/2013

• Updated: Intel WiFi driver (and software), version 15.7.0.3.
• Updated: Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter driver package, version 3.0.1304.
• Updated: Broadcom 2070 / 20702 Bluetooth driver package, version 12.0.0.6950 for Windows 8 (sp62225) - (thanks bandora).
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6469.0 (sp62037) - (thanks ricktendo64).
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6479.0 (sp62316) - (thanks ricktendo64).

02/07/2014

• Updated: Intel Chipset Device Software, version 9.4.0.1026.
• Updated: Intel Chipset Device Software, version 9.4.0.1027.
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 12.8.0.1016.
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 12.9.0.1001.

02/08/2014

• Updated: Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series / 7-series / 8-series), version 9.5.15.1730.
• Updated: Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 3000 driver, version 9.17.10.3223 (15.28.18[.64].3223) / 6.14.0.3097 (Audio).
• Updated: Intel HD Graphics 2000 / 3000 driver, version 9.17.10.3347 (15.28.20[.64].3347) / 6.14.0.3097 (Audio).
• Updated: Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter driver package, version 3.1.1311.
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display Software, version 4.2.21.0 for Windows 7 and Windows 8.
• Updated: Intel Wireless Display Software, version 4.2.24.0 for Windows 7 and Windows 8.
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6493.0.
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6495.0.
• Updated: IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6498.0.

02/15/2014

• Updated: Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series / 7-series / 8-series), version 9.5.24.1790 (sp65109) - (thanks ricktendo64).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 17.0.2.4 (sp62794).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 17.0.6.2 (sp63353).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 17.0.8.0 (sp63417).
• Updated: HP SimplePass Software by Authentec, version 6.0.100.276 for Windows 7 and Windows 8 (sp63224).
• Updated: Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 7.078 for Windows 7.
• Updated: Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 8.024 for Windows 8 and Windows 8.1.
• Updated: HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor driver, version 4.2.9.1 (sp64144).

02/17/2014

• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 17.0.16.1 (sp64520) - (thanks TheBigOne).
• Updated: Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 18.0.1.32 (sp64975) - (thanks ricktendo64).

06/10/2014

• Updated: Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series / 7-series / 8-series / 9-series), version 10.0.0.1204 (MSI).
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 13.0.0.1098 (MSI).
• Updated: Intel Chipset Device Software, version 10.0.13.
• Updated: Intel Chipset Device Software, version 10.0.14 (MSI).

06/12/2014

• Removed: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 13.0.0.1098.
• Updated: Intel Rapid Storage Technology, version 12.9.4.1000 (sp66510) - (thanks gga).

 

This thread is now open to allow for discussion pertaining to the drivers for these notebooks.

Seeing how these notebooks have not been released yet, the first post is not quite complete; there are a still a few components and things that need to be added or confirmed. Stay tuned!

 

Some updates: I added a couple more drivers to the first post, and I also wanted to let everyone know that I'm expanding the support of Sandy Bridge consumer notebooks in this thread to include the initial wave that was released (dv6-4XXX, dv7-429X, dv7-5XXX) and the new ENVY 17-2000 series. A compatibility note may be posted in the Important Information section for certain items, indicating whether you should install it or not depending on the notebook model that you currently have.

Here is the full list of supported notebooks for this thread ("X" denotes a wild-card number):

• HP Pavilion Entertainment Notebooks
  • dv6-4XXX series (2nd generation Intel Core i7 mobile processor, Winter 2011)
    • dv6t
    • dv6t Quad Edition
  • dv6-6XXX series (2nd generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 mobile processor, Spring 2011) - More Information
    • dv6t
    • dv6t Quad Edition
    • dv6t Select Edition
  • dv7-429X series (2nd generation Intel Core i7 mobile processor, Winter 2011)
    • Quick-ship or pre-customized notebook PCs from various retailers
  • dv7-5XXX series (2nd generation Intel Core i7 mobile processor, Winter 2011)
    • dv7t Quad Edition
  • dv7-6XXX series (2nd generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 mobile processor, Spring 2011) - More Information
    • dv7t
    • dv7t Quad Edition
• HP ENVY Notebooks
  • ENVY 17-2XXX series (2nd generation Intel Core i7 mobile processor, Spring 2011)
    • ENVY 17 3D series

Only a couple more things left to add, hopefully!

02/28/2011

• Changed "AMD Radeon HD 6470M / 6770M" to "AMD Radeon HD 6370M / 6470M / 6490M / 6650M / 6750M / 6770M."
• Added AMD Radeon HD 6370M / 6470M / 6490M / 6650M / 6750M / 6770M driver to version 8.810.4.1000 (AMD) / 8.15.10.2219 (Intel SG) / 7.12.0.7700 (HDMI Audio).
• Added AMD Radeon HD 6570M / 6850M driver version 8.771.1.0000 (AMD) / 7.11.0.7706 (HDMI Audio).
• Added support for dv6-4XXX, dv7-5XXX, and ENVY 17-2XXX notebooks.
• Added Intel Management Engine Interface driver versions 7.0.0.1144 and 7.0.4.1197 (current).

 

BIOS F.05

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51984.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51984.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51984.exe

 

I will be adding this BIOS release to the first post shortly.

Like in the other driver threads, I made a bunch of changes here too:

03/27/2011

• Updated Intel Chipset Device Software to version 9.2.0.1025.
• Updated Intel Rapid Storage Technology (SATA AHCI) driver to version 10.1.2.1004.
• Updated Intel WiFi Link driver to version 13.5.0.
• Updated Intel WiFi Link driver to version 14.0.0.
• Updated links to Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller driver version 2.0.30.0.
• Updated links to Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller driver version 2.0.32.0.
• Updated Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller driver to version 2.0.34.0.
• Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor driver to version 4.1.4.1.

03/28/2011

• Updated AMD Radeon HD 6570M / 6850M driver to version 8.800.8.1000 (AMD) / 8.15.10.2246 (Intel SG) / 7.11.0.7706 (HDMI Audio).
• Removed all previous versions of the Intel HD Graphics driver.
• Added Intel HD Graphics driver version 8.15.10.2321 (15.21.12[.64].2321) / 6.14.0.3074 (Audio).

More changes to come soon, when I have the time to do so.

 

HP has released new Intel WiFi drivers for Windows 7. Driver only.

03/29/2011

• Updated Intel WiFi Link driver to version 14.0.2.2 for Windows 7.

 

BIOS releases are now up on the first post.

04/02/2011

• Added BIOS for dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX, version F.05.
• Added BIOS for ENVY 17-2XXX, version F.08.

 

Updated BIOS for dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX is now available and on the first post.

04/07/2011

• Updated BIOS for dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX to version F.06.

 

HP SimplePass Identity Protection 2011 Software

Released: 2011-01-28
Version: 5.0.1.455

Links:
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51649.exe
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51649.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51649.cva

 

The HP SimplePass 2011 software is created by Authentec. I've tried it and I didn't think it worked as well as the DigitalPersona Personal fingerprint software. As a result, I have not posted this up.

If possible, I prefer that the DigitalPersona software be used instead.

 

Fixes and updates to the first post.

04/15/2011

• Updated links to Intel Chipset Device Software version 9.2.0.1025.
• Removed Intel Management Engine Interface driver version 7.0.4.1197.
• Updated Intel Management Engine Interface driver to version 7.1.10.1065.
• Updated Intel HD Graphics driver to version 8.15.10.2342 (15.21.13[.64].2342) / 6.14.0.3074 (Audio).
• Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver to version 6.247 for Windows Vista and version 7.041 for Windows 7.

 

Even then, this series are issued the newer HP Simplepass 2011.


Also, the features of the previous versions are there for a additional price which is $20 + $4 a month.

 

I've got a DV7T with a Radeon 6770 coming in a week or two. 90% of my gaming is done on my desktop machines, but i will play games on occasion with this new lappy.

Given that I'm a big gamer, keeping the most up to date vid drivers is important to me. I see that AMD has a download for the 6xxx series notebook cards. I'm wondering has anyone tried these instead of the HP drivers, and are they still compatible with switchable graphics and the power saving features?

Void4ever

 

To my knowledge, the drivers provided by AMD do not have switchable graphics support. You will have to use the drivers provided by HP in order for this feature to work.

 

At the moment, AMD only support switchable between AMD graphic chips only. Example, AMD to AMD.

For yours, you have to use HP drivers until AMD releases their Dynamic Switchable Graphics which your model card is supported.

 

Thanks for the info guys, that's kind of what I thought. I see the newest from HP are from Feb. Are these based off the 11.2 cats, or the 11.1s?

 

04/19/2011

• Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor driver to version 4.1.7.1.

The version that HP provides (8.810) is somewhere between Catalyst 10.12 (8.801) and 11.1 (8.812). However, it seems more likely based off of 11.1.

 

Where do you download the DigitalPersona software from? I am assuming you have to purchase it and it is not free?

I looked @ Strong Authentication, Data Protection, Fingerprint Biometrics - DigitalPersona and did not see it on their site for download.

So the SimplePass software that comes installed on the DV6 and DV7 6000 series (Spring 2011) is newer than the one available under the drivers for the 6000 series:
HP SimplePass Identity Protection 2011 Software HP Pavilion dv7t-6000 CTO Entertainment Notebook PC - HP Customer Care (United States - English)

Version 5.0.1.455 Released 2011-01-28. If so what is the version that comes on the laptop?

 

You can download the DigitalPersona Personal software from HP: ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50048.exe

Version: 5.1.0.175
CVA Notes: ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50048.cva
HTML Notes: ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50048.html

 

A note about above post, DigitalPersona no longer support this version as they are moving out of the consumer markets.

 

Ahhh, so it's DigitalPersona that doesn't support IE9 and Firefox 4, where Simplepass 2011 does?

I read somewhere that the fingerprint software that was going to stop being supported and updated did not support them.

 

It was the Digitalpersona that was going out.

HP Simplepass 2011 does even less than the version Justin posted above (They remove features on each newer version, they are now premium items).

2011 only does windows login and a very annoying basic web login.
The GUI to me, is something to get used to.

The backup and import option now cost $4 bucks a month.
The encryption addon now cost $20. <-- really useless, maybe does more damage in the long run.

It is a bit faster than the previous version.

The one posted by HP now, doesn't support FF4.
It be a couple of months before HP releases an updated version.

 

04/25/2011

• Updated Intel Chipset Device Software to version 9.2.0.1030 (thanks Z3tor and eXPerience83).
• Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver to version 7.043 for Windows 7 (thanks Z3tor).

 

Hi i have a dv7-4294 and I was wondering if there was a bios update?
Does anyone know when AMD is going to come out with an optimus like solution? thanks

 

USB 3.0: Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Driver 2.0.34.1 available at Intel Download Center.

http://downloadmirror.intel.com/19880/eng/USB3_allOS_2.0.34.1_PV.exe

 

Thanks Z3tor, now up along with a few other updates.

05/08/2011

• Updated Synaptics TouchPad driver to version 15.2.8.0.
• Updated IDT High Definition Audio driver to version 6.10.6327.0.
• Updated Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller driver to version 2.0.34.1.

I have not seen HP release a BIOS update for the dv6-4XXX and dv7-429X / dv7-5XXX models. I wonder if HP forgot about you guys...

 

Soooo lame the specs are pretty much the same. I wonder if the chips on the board are even different. The only difference I see on the specs are usb 3.0 and the color..
Lame....

My ssd firmware wont detect the drive for update either...
Annoying

 

I recently purchased my HP dv6tqe-6000 series with HP's SimplePass 2011 software. Decided to purchase and install the AuthenTec KeepSafe addon from the store. However, I receive these error messages after I restarted and attempted to initialize the application:



Can anyone please, help?

 

I have a problem: I can't turn beats audio on with or off with fn + b. I have installed the IDT driver. Does anyone know how to fix this?

Edit: Looks like I had an older version of the driver. I'm going to try the new one.

 

You need to install HP Quick Launch Software too, to get special fn keys working.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51650.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51650.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51650.exe

 

Hi All

On the DV6-6026tx (a model in Australia), the Realtek flash card reader is in fact a PCIE model requiring the PCIE drivers and not the USB 2.0 drivers as listed.

I'm not sure if this is only in respect of the DV6's in Australia but I would surprised if this is the case.

 

Yes, this is a known issue that I need to mention/fix on the first post.

dv6-4XXX and dv7-5XXX series: use the Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader driver.
dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX series: use the Realtek PCIe Card Reader driver.

 

I was wondering since my DV6T-4000 doesn't have the switchable graphics option do I really need to wait for an updated graphics driver from HP? Why can't I just download them from AMD.com in which the latest version is from 05/09/2011...

 

You can download off AMD if your model is not an switchable with Intel.

There is a warning on AMD site, that their drivers doesn't support those. Reason, AMD cannot legally package the Intel Drivers with theirs.

 

Just noticed this Realtek PCIe dirver 6.1.7600.77 on HP ftp.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52798.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52798.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52798.exe

 

AMD High-Definition Graphics Driver for 6770m/6490m
-Intel Graphics Driver version 8.15.10.2219
-AMD Cat 11.4

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53025.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53025.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53025.exe

 

I finally had some free time to update the first post! It's been over a month between edits, so I'm still trying to catch up here.

Thank you again to those of you who have discovered and posted updates when I could not.

I will be posting more updates in the near future! Please see the CVA and HTML release notes for changes to some of the driver packages, if they are available.

This particular driver thread actually had the most number of changes, as listed below:

06/14/2011

• Updated Intel Rapid Storage Technology to version 10.5.0.1027.

06/15/2011

• Updated Intel WiFi Link driver (and software) to version 14.1.1.0.
• Updated Broadcom Wireless LAN driver to version 5.100.82.63.
• Updated IDT High Definition Audio driver to version 6.10.6329.0.
• Updated IDT High Definition Audio driver to version 6.10.6330.0.
• Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver to version 7.045 for Windows 7.
• Added Ralink RT3090 / RT5390 WiFi Adapter driver version 3.1.16.1.
• Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor driver to version 4.2.1.1.
• Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor driver to version 4.2.2.1.
• Updated BIOS for dv6-4XXX and dv7-5XXX to version F.0D.
• Updated BIOS for dv6-4XXX and dv7-5XXX to version F.0E.
• Updated BIOS for dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX to version F.13.
• Updated BIOS for dv6-6XXX and dv7-6XXX to version F.14.
• Updated BIOS for ENVY 17-2XXX to version F.15.
• Added Realtek PCIe Card Reader driver version 6.1.7600.82.
• Updated compatibility information for Realtek card readers.

06/16/2011

• Updated AMD Radeon HD 6570M / 6850M driver to version 8.820.5.1000 (AMD) / 7.11.0.7706 (HDMI Audio).
• Changed "AMD Radeon HD 6370M / 6470M / 6490M / 6650M / 6750M / 6770M" to "AMD Radeon HD 6370M / 6470M / 6490M / 6630M / 6650M / 6750M / 6770M."
• Updated AMD Radeon HD 6370M / 6470M / 6490M / 6630M / 6650M / 6750M / 6770M driver to version 8.830.6.2000 (AMD) / 8.15.10.2219 (Intel SG) / 7.12.0.7700 (HDMI Audio).
• Updated Ralink RT3090 / RT5390 WiFi Adapter driver to version 3.1.18.0.

 

Just a question, will the last drivers for the intel HD / Radeon enable the dynamic switching on my first gen dv6 ?
I'd like to update the drivers but keep my manual switching

Thanks

 

A few additional updates that I didn't bother to put up on the first post until now:

06/19/2011

• Updated Intel HD Graphics driver to version 8.15.10.2361 (15.22.1[.64].2361) / 6.14.0.3074 (Audio).
• Updated HP Quick Launch Software to version 2.3.6 (2.30 A7).
• Updated Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader driver to version 6.1.7600.30127.

@cesc21: What is your notebook's model number? You may be posting in the wrong driver thread.

 

Dv6-6090, pretty sure it's the correct thread^^

 

I'm actually not sure if manual switching is available in the current graphics release; you will need to ask one of the owners here if this feature still works.

Or, you can install the current release now and see for yourself.

 

06/25/2011

• Updated Broadcom Wireless LAN driver to version 5.100.82.82.
• Updated Validity Fingerprint Reader driver to version 4.3.205.0.
• Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver to version 7.046 for Windows 7.

 

Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller
Ver: 2.1.16.0
Date: 05/12/2011
http://downloadmirror.intel.com/19880/eng/USB3_allOS_2.1.16.0_NEC_PV.exe
Might wanna add the general link aswell incase the version changes:
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=19880&keyword=usb+3&lang=eng

 

Some updates to the first post that may be useful:

07/12/2011

• Updated Synaptics TouchPad driver to version 15.3.1.4.
• Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor to version 4.2.2.1 (driver) / 4.1.9.1 (software).
• Updated Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host Controller driver to version 2.1.19.0.

 

Where can the Ralink Bluetooth 3.0 driver be found? HP's drivers for the dv6-6100 lists drivers for the Intel Centrino 1030 and 6230 which they don't offer!
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/...dlc=en&cc=us&os=4063&product=5118672&sw_lang=
What gives?

 

Try these - this driver is listed on the dv6-6000 page:

Ralink/Motorola Bluetooth Adapter Driver HP Pavilion dv6t-6000 CTO Quad Edition Entertainment Notebook PC - HP Customer Care (United States - English)

I'll put these up on the first post.

EDIT: Added.

07/13/2011

• Updated Ralink / Motorola Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter driver to version 3.0.42.298.

 

UPDATED 09/03/2011 - PLEASE NOTE:

The ENVY 14-2XXX driver thread has now been merged into the dv6-4XXX / dv6-6XXX / dv7-5XXX / dv7-6XXX / ENVY 17-2XXX driver thread. Please see the first post for the latest driver updates.

Thanks everyone!

 

FYI, I lost backlight control with the latest BIOS on my DV7t-6000 in Linux. Still works in Windows.

 

Thanks, finding the drivers on the HP website was a hassle as it were, I'm subscribing to this thread jic I need them in the future.

btw, is anyone having an issue with 3D applications not using the whole screen properly. Some games show up with a black sometimes gray border like an inch or so thick on the right side of the screen, i've been trying to find a fix like crazy. This is especially annoying in 3Ds max as it shows up in all view ports.

this is on the sandy bridge envy with the 6630m btw.

 

Thanks, this has been quite useful. However, I am having some trouble with my bluetooth. Before I installed a clean copy of Windows 7, my bluetooth was working fine--I connected the envy and my palm pre via bluetooth and was able to stream audio from my phone to my envy. Now that I have reinstalled Windows, my computer and phone find each other but cannot do anything else. There are no services listed when I right click my phone and go to properties. Any idea what might be causing this? Is there a driver I need to install?