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

    Discussion in 'HP' started by justinkw1, Feb 19, 2011.

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    03/15/2012
    • Updated BIOS for ENVY 14-2XXX, version F.0A.

     
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    03/17/2012
    • Updated Validity Fingerprint Reader driver, version 4.3.301.0.
    • Added Fresco Logic USB 3.0 Host Controller driver, version 3.3.44.0.

    The Fresco Logic USB 3.0 Host Controller driver is for the dv6-6bXX / dv7-6bXX / dv6-6cXX / dv7-6cXX series.
     
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    New BIOS update vF.1A for the Envy 17 2XXX models has just been released.
    There is no official change-log as of now.

    You can find the new BIOS here.
     
    nMIK-3, Mar 19, 2012
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    Thanks nMIK-3, it's now posted.

    03/20/2012
    • Updated BIOS for ENVY 17-2XXX, version F.1A.

     
    justinkw1, Mar 20, 2012
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    03/21/2012
    • Updated Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 15.3.36.0.

    Comprehensive release notes for this driver are available inside of the packaged Softpaq.
     
    justinkw1, Mar 21, 2012
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    New Realtek Lan v7.053 Realtek
     
    ricktendo64, Mar 22, 2012
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    03/23/2012
    • Updated HP SimplePass Software by Authentec, version 5.4.0.402.
    • Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 7.053 for Windows 7 (thanks ricktendo64).
     
    justinkw1, Mar 23, 2012
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    04/01/2012
    • Updated Broadcom 2070 / 20702 Bluetooth driver package, version 6.5.1.1700 (6.5 J1).
    • Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor, version 4.2.3.1 (driver) and version 4.1.14.1 (software).

    04/02/2012
    • Updated Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth 3.0 + High-Speed Adapter driver, version 2.0.15.30131 (2.1 A1).

    04/03/2012
    • Added AMD Catalyst Mobility 12.3 reference drivers - version 8.951 (AMD) / 7.12.0.7706 (HDMI Audio).
     
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    Thanks, this BIOS update is now up on the first post. :)

    04/04/2012
    • Updated BIOS for dv6-6bXX / dv6-6cXX / dv7-6bXX / dv7-6cXX, version F.16.
     
    justinkw1, Apr 5, 2012
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    Critical BIOS update for the ENVY 14-2XXX is now available, along with a major Synaptics ClickPad driver update.

    04/06/2012
    • Updated BIOS for ENVY 14-2XXX, version F.0B.
    • Updated Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.0.1.0.

    It is recommended that you apply these updates as soon as possible.

    ENVY 14-2XXX BIOS F.0B
    Release Notes:
    Comprehensive release notes for the Synaptics driver update are available; they are inside the Softpaq (sp56713).
     
    justinkw1, Apr 6, 2012
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    Thanks SNeM, these updates are now posted.

    04/10/2012
    • Updated Intel Chipset Device Software, version 9.3.0.1020.
    • Updated Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver and software, version 11.1.0.1006.
    • Updated Intel WiFi Link driver, version 15.1.0.18 for Windows 7.

    You do not have to install this Intel Chipset Device Software package if you have already applied a previously released v9.3.X.XXXX package.

    As some of you may know, mainstream support for Windows Vista ended on 4/10. As a result, I have decided that all future releases posted will mention support for Windows 7 but not for Vista; I will be phasing out support for Vista as I continue to post updates. Driver releases specific to Windows Vista will continue to remain however, for as long as they are current.

    I will start adding Windows 8 support to many of the drivers here, especially as we get closer to the final version. The Release Candidate phase will undoubtedly be a great time to update these posts, in order to prepare for those of you wanting to run Windows 8 on a full-time basis. :)
     
    justinkw1, Apr 11, 2012
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    04/12/2012
    • Updated Broadcom 2070 / 20702 Bluetooth driver package, version 6.5.1.2300 (6.5 K2).
    • Updated Intel HD Graphics driver, version 8.15.10.2656 (15.26.5[.64].2656) / 6.14.0.3090 (Audio).
    • Reverted AMD Catalyst Mobility reference drivers, back to version 12.1 (8.930).

    The AMD Catalyst reference drivers have been rolled back due to some users experiencing issues with 12.2 and 12.3. A precautionary message has also been added.
     
    justinkw1, Apr 13, 2012
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    What's up with the reverted AMD drivers?
     
    sl4fko, Apr 13, 2012
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    There a quite a few changes in the AMD drivers between version 12.1 and the newer releases. These changes cause the backlight setting, power setting, and other things to get stuck and/or go out of wack. Uninstalling the drivers does not fix the issue. Basically, once you install the newer than 12.1 drivers (I've tested 12.1 and above personally), if you have any problems, you're kind of screwed unless you made some sort of full system image.
     
    metril, Apr 15, 2012
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    I was able to uninstall 12.3 by using Driver Sweeper and cleaning out my registry of everything ATI / AMD. Took a bit of time, but I am back to 12.1 with Switchable graphics on my HP Envy 17 3D and everything works fine. Didn't need a system image...although I have one. Cross fingers...got lucky!
     
    Bobmitch, Apr 15, 2012
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    Interesting... I'm having no trouble at all with my dv6-6bxx (6770m).
     
    sl4fko, Apr 15, 2012
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    Same here. I just uninstall the 12.2 and 12.3 and went back to 12.1 with no problems.

    No need for system restore.
     
    nMIK-3, Apr 18, 2012
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    right now i'm on 11.8 (official hp driver) whats the proper way to update 11.8 >> 12.1? should i uninstall first or i can install 12.1 ontop?
     
    vorob, Apr 21, 2012
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    No! That's exactly what the guys are doing wrong! You must NOT uninstall the HP drivers!

    The proper way for installing the official drivers from AMD (12.1, 12.2 or 12.3) is, that you should install the HP drivers first (or leave them, if you have them installed already) and then update them with the AMD drivers.

    Personally, I did it this way with the AMD Catalyst Mobile 12.3 and I do not have any problems at all!
     
    sl4fko, Apr 23, 2012
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    It's all a YMMV with updating with AMD generic drivers. I kept my HP drivers and installed AMD generic on top. Do note that even if the spec for a certain generation of notebooks stay the same, the actual motherboard revision can change. Hence, what did not work for some may work for others.
     
    metril, Apr 23, 2012
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    NEC/Renesas 2.1.32

    http://www.overclockers.ru/download?1830:NEC_Renesas_USB3_2.1.32.rar
     
    SNeM, Apr 25, 2012
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    04/27/2012
    • Updated Ralink RT3090 / RT5390 WiFi Adapter driver, version 3.2.12.0.
    • Updated IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6388.0.
    • Updated IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6393.0.
    • Updated Intel HD Graphics driver, version 8.15.10.2696 (15.26.8[.64].2696) / 6.14.0.3090 (Audio).

    On the first post, I'm linking to the HP release of the Ralink WiFi Adapter driver. The updated Intel graphics packages are also being provided through HP at this time.
     
    justinkw1, Apr 27, 2012
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    NEC/Renesas 2.1.32 :confused:
     
    SNeM, Apr 27, 2012
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    Hey, links for the IDT audio codecs on HP's FTP servers a broken.
    Anyone got a fresh link?
     
    deadlyrhythm, Apr 27, 2012
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    Ye, so i've installed 12.1 ontop of my hp driver but skyrim is failing it :(

    "Display driver amdkmdap stopped responding and has successfully recovered."

    Any solution?
     
    vorob, Apr 29, 2012
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    04/28/2012
    • Removed IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6393.0.

    I have removed this driver as a precaution, as some users are experiencing issues with this release.

    04/29/2012
    • Added AMD Radeon HD Graphics, Catalyst Mobility 12.4 reference drivers - version 8.961 (AMD) / 7.12.0.7706 (HDMI Audio).
    • Removed Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver reference for Windows Vista.
    • Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 7.053 for Windows 7.
    • Updated HP Quick Launch Software, version 2.7.2 (2.70 A2).
     
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    Any problems with it like 12.3 had?
     
    vorob, Apr 30, 2012
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    what about IDT HD Audio driver 6.10.6392.0?
    found this in another forum site.
    http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56501-57000/sp56803.exe

    http://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp56501-57000/sp56803.html

    also the Intel HD Graphics 8.15.10.2712 drivers for Vista/Win7 are now available password free from the Intel download site. first released 4/2/2012 as ZIP packages which were previously password protected for a few weeks but now they've been released as EXE files.

    and Intel HD Graphics 8.15.10.2712 driver (HP OEM variety) is also available in the sp56808 package.

    Update 5/2: sp56996 (IDT HD Audio 6.10.6393.0) driver package was temporarily removed from HP a while ago but now it's back up again.
     
    epguy3, May 2, 2012
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    05/02/2012
    • Updated IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6392.0 (thanks epguy3).
    • Updated Intel HD Graphics driver, version 8.15.10.2712 (15.26.9[.64].2712) / 6.14.0.3090 (Audio) (thanks epguy3).

    05/03/2012
    • Updated Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller driver, version 7.056 (thanks Z3tor).
     
    justinkw1, May 3, 2012
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    Is there a driver for the display monitor itself? Windows now has it listed as Generic Pnp Monitor with a max refresh rate of 60 HZ.

    Or is there some compatible driver that Windows already has installed?
     
    Misterh8er, May 3, 2012
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    These drivers (12.4) aren't working good. They lowered my GPU Caps Viewer Furry Cube test from 78-83FPS to around 13-15FPS, same failure i saw in League of Legends. Uninstall them and get back do 12.3 drivers. These ones are working fine on my dv7-6130ew. No errors or lowered performance on them.
     
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    hi guys, when doing a fresh install of W7 64bit, what is the proper way to update CCC from the original version to Catalyst 12.4?

    I have a dv6t-6b00 CTO Quad with 6770m. Cheers
     
    brett1111, May 3, 2012
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    1.) Download and install HP drivers
    2.) Update with AMD 12.4 reference drivers
     
    sl4fko, May 4, 2012
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    Software - Security for HP Pavilion dv6t-6b00 (not sure for other models):
    "Symantec Validation and ID Protection Service (VIP) Access SDK"

    Description:
     
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    The updated drivers that have posted for May 11th don't seem to work.
     
    mike5026, May 11, 2012
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    05/10/2012
    • Added Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series and 7-series) package, version 8.0.0.1262.
    • Updated Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series and 7-series) package, version 8.0.4.1441.
    • Updated Intel Management Engine Interface (6-series and 7-series) package, version 8.0.10.1464.
    • Removed IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6392.0.

    Apparently, version 8 of the Intel Management Engine Interface is compatible with the 6-series chipsets. Apologies if I said otherwise... :(

    Also removed IDT 6.10.6392.0 due to the ongoing driver issues that some were experiencing.

    05/11/2012
    • Updated Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.0.2.0.
    • Updated Intel WiFi Link driver (and software), version 15.1.1.1.
    • Updated HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor package, version 4.2.4.1 (driver) / 4.1.16.1 (software).

    05/13/2012
    • Updated Atheros AR8121 / AR8131 / AR8151 PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Controller driver, version 2.0.12.13 (thanks jpmtech).
    • Updated Intel Centrino Wireless Bluetooth + High-Speed Adapter driver, version 2.0.15.30150 (2.1 A3).
    • Updated Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader driver, version 6.1.7601.30130.

    I tried the links and they seem to be working for me.
     
    justinkw1, May 13, 2012
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    Guys, can install the drivers for the Intel HD Graphics 3000 dv7 6053er? kept switching between video cards?
     
    SNeM, May 13, 2012
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    You should only be installing the HP-provided AMD graphics package, in order to enable the switchable graphics feature on your notebook. The Intel HD Graphics driver is already included.

    I was personally having some problems with both the IDT 6.10.6392.0 and 6.10.6393.0 drivers. After these were installed, my system would completely freeze within 2-3 minutes of booting up each time. The only way to work around it was to uninstall these drivers in Safe Mode, restart, and then re-install the 6.10.6388.0 drivers. Everything worked fine again afterwards.

    The driver threads report users having problems related to 6.10.6393.0, but not so much with 6.10.6392.0. Since it appears that 6.10.6392.0 is working properly with these notebooks, I have re-posted it. Sorry for the inconvenience!

    05/17/2012
    • Updated Synaptics TouchPad / ClickPad driver, version 16.0.5.1.

    05/18/2012
    • Re-posted IDT High Definition Audio driver, version 6.10.6392.0.
     
    justinkw1, May 19, 2012
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