have been away for a while and I noticed that MediaSmart software now have a thread of its own. I have the following questions and I really appreciate it if someone can enlighten me :
- MediaSmart Live TV does not appear in SmartMenu (The menu that appears when I press the smartmenu button on my hdx18). All other mediasmart software are there in the menu but not live tv and I am forced to run it from start menu everytime I need it. Am I missing something here?
- What happened to MediaSmart Internet TV? It is not in the list anymore. Is it replaced by some other apps?
Thanks
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Can someone explain what "HP Software Framework" actually is and what does it do?
Screenshots would be nice also, thanks.
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HP MediaSmart Webcam Software 4.1.3130 for Windows 7 32/64 bit.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50497.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50497.exe -
Now posted.
11/03/2010
- Updated HP MediaSmart Webcam to version 4.1.3130 (thanks Z3tor).
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Some updates available for this thread.
HP BIOS Update UEFI VERSION: 1.8.0.0 REV: A
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50291.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50291.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50291.exe
HP MediaSmart DVD Menu Pack Software VERSION: 4.1 REV: C
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50509.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50509.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50509.exe
HP TouchSmart Movie Themes Software VERSION: 4.0 REV: C
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50508.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50508.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50508.exe -
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This thread says it is for numerous HP models including the HDX-16 models. However when reading the release notes for the vast majority of the updates the HDX series is not listed. Is HP not actively supporting the HDX series anymore? Makes me wonder why the HDX seem to be the only model excluded from the updates.
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cry: ), that question may soon begin to have relevance for a lot more of us.
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Finally had some time to update everything on the first post.
11/18/2010
- Added HP MediaSmart DVD Menu Pack version 4.1.4121 (4.1 C1).
- Added HP TouchSmart Movie Themes Software version 4.0.4030 (4.0 C1).
- Added HP TouchSmart Browser Software version 4.1.0014.
- Updated HP TouchSmart Webcam to version 4.0.3130.
- Updated HP BIOS Update (UEFI) to version 1.8.0.0.
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Awesome work, thanks. You could add HP Power Manager
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Couple updates to MediaSmart softwares available.
HP MediaSmart DVD Software 4.1.4328. Version number is same as before, but this softpaq supersedes sp50486.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50778.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50778.exe
HP MediaSmart Video Software 4.1.4322 (4.1 C3)
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50791.cva
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Don't know what is the difference between HP Performance Advisor &
HP Advisor. I am currently using HP Performance Advisor version 1.2.2319.0 on my 8510w Win 7 machine and would like to try the latest HP Advisor sp47938. -
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Thanks Samuel888 and Z3tor for these updates. Now on the first post.
11/27/2010
- Updated HP MediaSmart DVD to version 4.1.4328.
- Updated HP MediaSmart Video to version 4.1.4322 (4.1 C3).
- Updated HP Advisor to version 3.4.12850.3526.
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the 50778.exe is the one that wouldn't...
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problems downloading the update for the MS video player (50791).
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Seems that the most recent MediaSmart updates have the same version number as the releases just before them, with HP designating the new updates as really minor releases. In fact, it's probably refusing to update because the vendor version number is the same!
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Updated Support Assistant is now available.
12/02/2010
- Updated HP Support Assistant to version 5.1.10.7.
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lightscribe was updated a week or so ago. now @ 1.18.20.1 LightScribe - Downloads - Windows
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New LightScribe System Software now up, and added the Pavilion dm3-3xxx (Gen 3) to the applicable product support lists. I fixed the UEFI releases' support lists too since there were some redundant models displayed.
12/03/2010
- Updated product support listings.
- Updated LightScribe System Software to version 1.18.20.1 (thanks sr21).
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12/19/2010
- Updated HP MediaSmart DVD to version 4.2.4701 for Windows 7.
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Hello Justin can you post the link to a previous edition of HP Support Assistant? I now receive errors and my HP Support Assistant is totally useless, see my support request thread here: HP Support Assistant Upgraded and now don't work - HP Support Forum
I uninstalled it and tried it numerous times, for some reason the error shows up -
It's a pretty useless piece of software under the best of circumstances, imo.
That's just the way those kinds of apps are.
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If all else fails, you may want to remove HP Support Assistant for the time being. The utility is not required for proper notebook operation, and it may be better to not have it at all than to experience constant problems with having it installed. -
Justin i'm talking about the previous version of the software as in the previous download link you had for the software, i know what you have is the current version i'm asking for the edition before the current one as that one worked for my computer. I can't rollback software like driver so I looking all over the web for the version before the current edition. The reason why it is critical is because I don't memorize or keep track in my head my versions of BIOS or HP Support Framework or UEFI or Hard Drive versions, its great to have something that does this for me. Additionally if something doesn't work I don't like to dismiss it as "oh its just HP not working" when in fact it works for a majority of users, meaning something is wrong with my laptop or i'm missing something..
I believe the previous edition was like 4.0.0.0 something the current version is 5.0.0.0 something, so if you have the link for the previous edition let me know... forgive me if i'm being vague or unclear -
Here are a couple previous versions of the HP Support Assistant that you can try:
Version: 5.1.9.3
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50516.exe
Version: 5.1.8.12
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It's been a little while since I posted an update in this thread - I hope everyone here had a wonderful New Year's!
Since HP is announcing new notebooks based on the Intel Sandy Bridge platform, I have now updated the Supported Notebooks list with some new models. This includes the dv6-4000 (dv6 Gen 4), dv7-5000 (dv7 Gen 5), and the Envy 17-2000 (Envy 17 Gen 2). Also, HP has added a few mysterious models which I've tentatively added: dv6-6000 (Gen 5/6?) and dv7-6000 (Gen 6). More exist, but I'm not adding them in just yet.
You also might find that the first post looks rather different.
01/02/2010
- Updated the thread's styling.
- Added new notebook models to the Supported Notebooks lists.
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Awesome job justinkw1, thanks!
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Some updates available for softwares in this thread.
HP MediaSmart SmartMenu Software 4.1 REV: C
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51007.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51007.exe
HP MediaSmart Movies and TV Software 1.0.1.2 REV: C
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51008.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51008.exe
HP TouchSmart Music Software 4.0.4321
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50489.cva
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Lots of new and updated MediaSmart and TouchSmart utilities are now on the first post, some of which were mentioned by Z3tor. Note that some of the new TouchSmart utilities are standalone versions of the utilities contained in SmartCenter.
01/09/2011
- Updated HP MediaSmart SmartMenu to version 3.1.2.2 (4.1 C1) for Windows 7.
- Added HP MediaSmart Movies and TV version 1.0.1.2.
- Added HP Movie Store version 2.0.2.
- Updated HP TouchSmart Music to version 4.0.4321 (4.0 C2).
- Added HP TouchSmart RSS version 4.1.0009.
- Added HP TouchSmart Notes version 4.1.3898.23303.
- Added HP TouchSmart Paint It! version 1.5.0.104 (4.1 C1).
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HP TouchSmart Photo Software updated to version 4.0.4328.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50471.cva
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Catching up on the updates here:
01/19/2011
- Updated HP TouchSmart Photo to version 4.0.4328.
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Suggestion to add HP TouchSmart Canvas Software 2.0.3917.26233 REV: C.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51002.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51002.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51002.exe
and
HP Cloud Drive 0.9901 REV: B.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50948.html
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50948.cva
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I did a clean install on my new dv6t QE and installed all the software that I thought I would use.
However I have lost
1. On Screen Display for volume up and down, mute, brightness up and down etc.
2. The function to turn on and off the touch pad on the top left with a double click.
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I have two solutions but I'm hesitant to release the info again since I occasionally have problems with wifi going on or off sporatically and I haven 't nailed down the problem.
It may not have anything to do with my computer.. it could be all related to my isp provider for all I know.
But at any rate, suffice to say HP has neglected to include all the necessary drivers to run the volume and bass controls unless you first have the OEM software installed... it other words, its not standalone.
At present I have full functionality on everything but bass/tone... that acts erratically if enabled.
If you want to try at your own risk I can give you a fix to play with.. but I've already posted it on this thread before a couple of times. -
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I think it will install on dv8 too (extract the softpaq if it fails to install). I launched the installer just to see what this software is about, but did not complete it. HP installer just launches ZumoDrive installer, so Cloud Drive is just a HP branded ZumoDrive application and ZumoDrive is the storage provider. I'm not sure what amount of storage you get with HP Cloud Drive, but with ZumoDrive you can get 2GB of storage space for free. 1GB when you start using the software + 1GB after completing the training "Dojo", which only takes about 15 minutes to complete. After that, the amount of storage you get depends on how much you're willing to pay per month: $2.99 for 10GB, $6.99 for 25GB, $9.99 for 50GB and up to a maximum of 500GB for $79.99.
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I see. Thanks for all that info. I think MS is giving quite a bit of storage (25 GB iirc) for free with their Office Live "Windows Live Sky Drive" account. I have it but haven't really played around with it yet.
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HP On-Screen Display Utility 1.00 REV: B available at HP.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51701.cva
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Has anyone found the Hp Coolsense Thermal Assistant software?
This is one of the essentials after a reinstall. -
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Microsoft Sky Drive would be perfect if you could get it to show as a network drive in Windows, just like HP Cloud Drive does.
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HP TouchSmart DVD Software updates to version 4.1.4521.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50936.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50501-51000/sp50936.exe
HP MediaSmart Music Software updates to version 4.2.4604.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51027.cva
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51027.exe -
correct the dates
SUPERSEDES:
sp48127
EFFECTIVE DATE:
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2. I have a hardware button to turn off my touchpad. It has always just worked. I don't know if that is tied to the HP Synaptics Touchpad driver or not.
3. There is some sort of HP power management software, but I dont think it would provide the features that you are thinking of. I think HP just expects you to use the controls provided by windows. -
Lightscribe System Software updated to version 1.18.21.1.
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Thanks for the updates Z3tor!
02/06/2011
- Updated HP MediaSmart Music to version 4.2.4604 for Windows 7.
- Updated HP TouchSmart DVD to version 4.1.4521.
- Updated LightScribe System Software to version 1.18.21.1.
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