windows xp on dv5t - all drivers installed

This is information from my own experiences and those of many others, based on an Intel platform and XP 32bit. XP 64bit is untested and probably has a lot of missing or unsupported drivers. Most of this should work for AMD XP 32bit, but there will be some differences in drivers, such as the chipset. There are currently no specific links to these drivers in this post, but should be elsewhere in this thread.

I do not make claim to all this information myself, nor do I claim that everything will work for you. Proceed at your own risk. If you need a more detailed guide, check the post here:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=3984849&postcount=141

Note that I think the above guide is quite old. So use it when the following doesn't make sense, and then carry on with this guide.

1.Backup the c:\swsetup directory to a DVD while in Vista.
2.Go here: http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=2973&lang=eng and select your XP OS version. Download the following software:
-32-bit Floppy Configuration Utility
-INF Update Utility - Primarily for Intel® 4, 3, 900 Series Chipsets
-Intel Matrix Storage Manager (optional but recommended, see very bottom of post)
-Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver if you have Intel Graphics (see step 8)
3.Extract the 32-bit Floppy Configuration Utility zip file somewhere
4.Use nLite to slipstream XP SP3 and the textmode SATA driver extracted from the above zip file into a new XP install. The SATA driver is located in iaAHCI.inf and is called ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller
5.Install XP
6.Install Intel INF Update Utility, downloaded from step 2
7.Reboot
8.nVidia now officially release laptop drivers (recommended): http://www.nvidia.com/object/notebook_drivers.html Alternatively, install modded nVidia driver: http://www.laptopvideo2go.com/forum/lofiversion/index.php?f88.html using the modified inf file. If you have Intel Graphics, install the Intel driver you downloaded from step 2
9.Reboot
10. Either: [a] Download wifi 5100 driver from here (Intel® PRO/Wireless and WiFi Link Drivers-Only for Windows XP is the driver only. Alternatively, you can instead get Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility for Windows XP which includes the drivers and a management utility (not really needed)): http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3062&lang=eng
Install wifi 5100 driver by extracting the zip file and running iProDifX.exe, or running the exe straight, depending on which above download was chosen
or if you have the Broadcom b/g WLAN, try this driver: ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp41501-42000/sp41680.exe
11.Run Windows Update (Custom update) and install drivers for Realtek Network card, Agere Modem, Touchpad, .net 2.0 (under optional software). Do not install the IDT audio driver from Windows Update. See below for audio solution. To enable middle mouse click by using both left and right buttons at once, see: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4444951&postcount=523
12.Reboot
13.Run swsetup\drivers\misc2\setup.exe to install the card reader driver
14.Run swsetup\drivers\misc5\setup.exe to install the finger print reader driver
15.Reboot to enable the FPR driver (software to use the fingerprint reader for XP now available for purchase, DigitalPersona Personal 4.0)
16.Install this IDT audio driver: ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp41501-42000/sp41693.exe Before rebooting, read here and fix the "pop" noise due to powersaving: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4428822&postcount=509
Reboot. If you mute button does not work correctly, try the following steps:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4312035&postcount=387
You need to make sure the process stacsv.exe is running after installing the drivers and rebooting.
To fix the orange mute issue, see this post (CAUTION - this involves editing the registry which could break your windows install if you do something wrong): http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4293914&postcount=354
If the mute button fix above does not work for you, after the registry change try to run "stacsv.exe -r" from Program Files\IDT\WDM folder.
To add steromix to the drivers (CAUTION - this involves editing the registry which could break your windows install if you do something wrong): http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4331983&postcount=431
17.Reboot
18.Manually install drivers for:
HP Integrated Module (bluetooth)
Multimedia Controller (TV tuner)
Audio device on HDA Bus (HDMI Audio)
by selecting "Install from specific location (advanced)" then "search for best driver" in DVD. Insert a DVD that contains the "swsetup" directory.
19. CIR Remote driver here: ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp41501-42000/sp41661.exe
To remap the buttons, read here: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4429452&postcount=512
If that doesn't work, read About the CIR Remote driver: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4305763&postcount=373
More info and driver here: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4316588&postcount=399
20. Drive Guard driver has been reported to work for some people, but not others. http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4454689&postcount=530
21.(CAUTION - read all of this step before proceeding! Only do this step if your brightness controls do not automatically work after installing XP.) Update the BIOS to F.0B A or later. This is sp40822 available here: http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/...&dlc=en&cc=us&lang=en&os=2093&product=3767378
Do NOT install this BIOS update if you already have this version or a later version. The update software will inform you of this fact. To ensure you have the correct BIOS update software, I strongly suggest you do NOT follow the link above but rather search for your specific dv5t model and proceed to the drivers update page from there. On your specific driver page you want to look for the driver called "WinFlash for HP Notebook System BIOS" or similar. Note that the linked update should work, but since this is dealing with a BIOS update I do NOT want to responsible for any errors. Proceed at your own risk. The BIOS update causes the Fn- brightness controls to work under XP. This is an old step now, and most new laptops should already have this BIOS version or a newer one, if there is a newer one.
22. You should now have a working XP install. Some of these drivers might be a little out of date, but work. You can check this thread for driver updates: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=338874

Notes:
1.If you did not save the swsetup folder first, you can download any drivers or software required via HP's site.
2. You can only select HDMI audio as a source when an HDMI cable is connected to both the laptop and a TV/audio device. Otherwise the HDMI audio source option is not visible.
3. To remap keys, such as the QuickPlay button, check this post: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showpost.php?p=4690138&postcount=776

Issues:
1.ProtectStore HDD software doesn't install under XP. HDD protection only works for some people using above driver
2.nVidia driver from laptopvideo2go may have sub-par performance when powermizer is enabled. If you find this happens to you, disable it or use the official nVidia drivers - they appear to work ok for me with PowerMizer enabled.

Optional:
1.Quicklaunch (Fn keys and the touch media keys work without this software installed), but it can still be installed but may break somethings such as the remote.
2.QuickPlay (need an older version if you want this software, and may need to use the registry hack trick to install. Swsetup version will not install under XP, even with the registry hack install trick). I suggest getting a better free media player such as the KM Player, Winamp, VLC, mplayer and/or Foobar 2000.
3.Quicktouch does not install under XP and is buggy and useless. For a nice free OSD alternative, I suggest 3RVX available here: http://matt.malensek.net/software
4.Intel Matrix Storage Manager - From what I can gather this just installs the Intel SATA driver, which is already installed by slipstreaming it with nLite. This package in addition installs a monitoring console of somesort, so it might be worth while as it may indicate errors to you. Otherwise not needed. Use latest version from Intel's site.
5.HP Wireless assistant if you need to enable/disable bluetooth and wireless separately, otherwise just use XP's built-in wireless assistant

 

Your sound drivers isnt capable of switching the mute light blue/orange

 

well this is gud, try sum apps and post the results, if u r 100% successfull thn post step-by-step method pls. thnks

 

See post 1 for all details

 

i have XP SP3 running on my DV5t.

Not really sure on how well XP is handling the Power managment.

Current Issues:
Fn to adjust brightness does not work. (weird) But Fn www works!?
Bluetooth is not working. (Have HP interface & Unknown Dev in Dev Manager)
SOund is always lite up orange on the touch pannle. (Works though)

Have had it on for about 3 days now... still working the kinks out.

I used the DV7t guide.

 

How did you get teh bluetooth working? Which drivers?

 

Same 2 remaining issues for me too illtww, except also my remote does not function - does yours?

For bluetooth, I used the have disk install method from device manager, and pointed to my swsetup folder from vista install. It found it in the bluetooth vista drivers.

 

See post 1 for details

 

Hopefully everything works correctly.

 

Nope, sorry. My only XP is an image I've made and that includes my own personal XP serial. All the drivers and where I found them are mentioned in one of my posts above.

 

just installed xp

first of all- problems that other pple are having i am having too-
mute button always orange
IR remote not working
brightness controls not working

anyone found a fix for that?

under device manager i still have 2 decives not installed.

one is the "Audio Device on High Definition Audio Bus". i already tried the swsetup folder and it couldn't find anything there. also tried the Nvidia HDMI Audio posted on the dv7t thread but setup won't even load. any ideas?

i also have just an "Unknown device"...what is this? no idea...?

also, the power meter on the bottom right is not appearing. i have settings set to show details for battery but it's not showing

please help!

 

bump...still the usual problems

mute button always orange
IR remote not working
brightness controls not working
and a random "Unknown device" in device manager...what is this?

also i know of a lot of pple having sound issues. all my drivers installed correctly but it seems like the audio is only coming out of the middle of the laptop...that normal? when i go to sound options and make it right only i can clearly hear it from right and same as left but when it's center it sounds like right/left are off and only center is on

 

nice! there are dv7t and dv5t XP guides now. i would have def written a guide if i had the newer laptops. sadly, i cant spend thousands of $ every year for a new laptop

 

where are dv5t guide?

 

judging on past experience, the guide for dv5t should be the same as dv7t

 

contacted hp support
they kept saying how they don't recommend downgrading as it causes a lot of problems (duh)

mute button- "If that the case I request you to ignore the issue since it is working properly" lame

IR remote- "The IR remote will not work with the XP" lame

brightness- just told me to reinstall drivers then said "oh..its unfortunate" i upgraded to 177.98 but nothing

 

yeah, hp doesnt support downgrading to XP from Vista.
but i agree with them about the mute button. by downgrading to XP on a machine specifically built for Vista and not keeping XP in mind at all, you have to sacrifice some things. unfortunately.

they are making it harder and harder for us to downgrade to XP. they did it with the dv9000 vs dv9500 (took away native SATA disable, did not provide XP drivers) and then made it a bit harder with the dv9700 (different drivers for same hardware) and now the dv7

 

Helo. I have the same problem. Unknow device appeared "HP mobile data protection sensor" and driver you find in ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection for Microsoft Windows Vista. http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=ob-60810-1&lc=en&dlc=pl&cc=pl&product=3767360&os=2093&lang=pl....at least it happened to me.regards

 

hi, the brightness controls problem seems like the biggest problem to me. is it possible to change brightness any other way? lower brightness also saves battery life, so it is important to me. actually this is the only thing keeping me from installing xp.

 

i actually just searched and found a program called DimScreen that works

 

This should take care of the fn brightness and some other issues.

.Net Framework(before QL):

http://tinyurl.com/758p8

HP Quick Launch:

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp38501-39000/sp38688.exe

 

I have that QL version (sp38688) and it didn't work for me. I'll try again, and yes, I did have .net 2.0 installed prior. I've tried a number of other QL versions also, all with the same results - everything works except brightness.

Dimscreen doesn't work in the same was as the Fn brightness controls. I've tried it. I've also tried volumouse (has a screen fader option), better than dimscreen but again not a true dimer.

I agree that brightness control is the only big issue left for me. I'm not fussed about the orange mute button or the IR remote not working.

lcg: Does the above work for you re brightness Fn controls?

 

the sensor shock driver can install manually by the vista driver which provided in swsetup folder. But It has a "unknown device" and I don't know what is it?

 

how does it not work in the same way...it makes the screen dimmer...?

 

i think that this software only makes display show darker colors and the hardware brightness stays the same, so there is no power saving

 

Guys i was having an online chat with HP support, and this person online gave me a whole list of drivers and everything for installing XP on my dv5t. If anyone wants any help let me know, though I am not going to install XP at the moment, coz i dont see anything wrong with vista, I am here to help if anyone wants help in finding drivers or SATA slipstreaming.

 

Do you think you could just post the list? It would be helpful to a lot of people reading this.

 

i think so too. the actual hardware has to be dimmer, (eg, the backlight)

 

please post list!

 

Dear Hasham,

I am Kylie from HP Chat Support Team following up on our recent interaction.

From the issue description, I understand that you want to install the XP operating

system and looking for the drivers for the same.


I recommend you to create the Notebook Recovery Discs before installing XP. Following is the link which will guide you through creating Recovery Discs.

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/genericDocument?docname=c00809678&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en


This Drivers are only workarounds as the Notebook is Specically Desinged for Vista Operating system.



1. NVIDIA Chipset Driver.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softlib/software10/COL24687/gs-63532-1/Voodoo_hu909_Chipset_Driver_6.79.exe

or

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softlib/software10/COL24715/gs-63733-1/Nvidia_Chipset_Driver_5.52.exe

or

http://www.nvidia.com/object/nforce_winxp_9.64.html

NOTE: The weblink above will take you to a non HP Web site. HP does not control and is not responsible for information outside of the HP Web site.


2.NVIDIA Video Driver.

http://www.nvidia.com/object/winxp_175.19_whql.html

NOTE: The Website above will take you to a non HP Web site. HP does not control it and is not responsible for information outside of the HP Web site.

3. UAA drivers to enable the audio hardware for Windows XP.
Note: It is strongly recomended to install ths driver before you install the audio driver.

If you do not install this driver the audio will not work.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp33501-34000/sp33867.exe

4. IDT High-Definition Audio CODEC Driver.

http://tc.versiontracker.com/produc....0V_RC_W_2.zipIDT High Definition Audio CODEC

NOTE: The Website above will take you to a non HP Web site. HP does not control it and is not responsible for information outside of the HP Web site.

5. HP Pavilion Webcam Driver for Windows xp.


ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp35001-35500/sp35414.exe


6. HP Quick Launch Buttons drivers for windows XP.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp33001-33500/sp33258.exe

7. Synaptics Touchpad

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp35001-35500/sp35444.exe


8. Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers fo XP.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp33501-34000/sp33636.exe

9.Software and Drivers for HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth Wireless for Windows XP.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp32501-33000/sp32883.exe

10. High-Definition Audio (HDA) Modem Installer and Driver for XP.

http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsuppor...&swLang=8&mode=2&taskId=135&swItem=ob-61861-1

11.Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader Driver

http://tc.versiontracker.com/produc...6.0.6000.20076.rarRealtek USB 2.0 Card Reader

NOTE: The Website above will take you to a non HP Web site. HP does not control it and is not responsible for information outside of the HP Web site.

12.Realtek PCI Fast Ethernet NIC Driver.

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp28501-29000/sp28911.exe

If the issue persists, please contact us by visiting the following Web site. We will

be glad to assist you further.

http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/contact/chat_1.html

or

http://h20180.www2.hp.com/apps/Nav?h_pagetype=s-006&h_lang=en&h_cc=us&h_product=18703

&h_client=S-A-R163-2&h_page=hpcom&lang=en&cc=us

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve you.

Note: Please do not reply to this email.

Regards,

Kylie
HP Total Care

Dear Hasham,

I am Kylie from HP Chat Support Team following up on our recent interaction.

From the issue description, I understand that you want to install the XP operating

system and you do not have SATA disable option.
Let me help you in this regard. There are two methods to install SATA drivers for the first method check with the attachement sent with this chat, following is the second method to install SATA drivers.

For this you need to Have USB floppy drive and please perform the Below Steps.

1. Download the Intel SATA AHCI Controller Driver, SoftPaq SP32478.exe,

ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp32001-32500/sp32478.exe

2. Extract all the files from the SoftPaq. A USB floppy is necessary for this step.

Run sp32478; this will create a floppy disk. The files will be located on this

floppy.

These files should be located on the floppy disk.

a. iaahci.cat

b. iaahci.inf

c. iastor.cat

d. iastor.inf

e. iastor.sys

f. license.txt

g. readme.txt

h. txtsetup.oem

3. Download the below zip file from the below URL and unzip the file. Copy the

unzipped files to another floppy:

http://downloadcenter.intel.com/confirm.aspx?httpDown=http://downloadmirror.intel.com

/13808/eng/f6flpy32.zip&agr=&ProductID=2800&DwnldId=13808&strOSs=&OSFullName=&lang=eng

If the above link doesn't work check with the following link:

http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&objectID=c00758841

As soon as you open the web site a small window will pop up with OPEN, SAVE and

CANCEL options. Please select the SAVE option and save the file on the desktop.

Unzip the files and save the files on the second USB floppy drive. Please insert the

XP Operating System disc and allow the Notebook to boot with the Operating System

disc.

After you that when it prompts to press F6, please press F6. After you press F6 when

it prompts to insert the first floppy inset the floppy, and follow the onscreen

instructions. Then, when it prompts to insert intel storage drive insert second

floppy drive.

Now XP will be will be installed without disabling SATA from BIOS.

If the issue persists, please contact us by visiting the following Web site. We will

be glad to assist you further.

http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/contact/chat_1.html

or

http://h20180.www2.hp.com/apps/Nav?h_pagetype=s-006&h_lang=en&h_cc=us&h_product=18703

&h_client=S-A-R163-2&h_page=hpcom&lang=en&cc=us

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve you.

Note: Please do not reply to this email.

Regards,

Kylie
HP Total Care

Ohh btw if sumone wants to dual boot vista and xp:
http://apcmag.com/how_to_dual_boot_vista_and_xp_with_vista_installed_first__the_stepbystep_guide.htm

Also if people wud like to enable the middle click option (right click + left click) on their dv5t here is how to do it:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Synaptics\SynTP\Defaults\ -- create the key as a DWORD 'HasBothButtonFeature' and set the value to 1.
Log off and login again, and bob's ur uncle

 

thanks good post! mind asking kyle if there's a way to get IR remote and brightness working?

 

FRIGGIN' SWEET!

 

I dont knw man, tht was an online session, i dont think i can get hold of Kylie anymore, as they dont have email id or sumthing. Try the online HP chat, they might help u out.

 

does brightness control and IR remote work for you?

 

I am not going to install xp as i dont see anything wrong with vista

 

ah okay boo

 

whoa! this is the first time ive seen someone from hp actually help out in installing XP on a "no XP, no support" laptop!!

thats so cool of her to actually go through the sites and list all the drivers for you and also explain the SATA process!!

btw, its easier to slipstream the SATA drivers if you dont have a USB floppy

 

Well yea, i was surprised too, but she helped me out, well some people r more kind thn others i say
And yea Using USB floppy its more hard work, its much easier to use Nlite to slipstream the sata drivers

 

I'm going to try that QL sp, tried several others but not that number. Also, why do they mention an nVidia chipset driver? This does NOT apply to the dv5t. Use the Intel one instead. lol. I think some of the other hardware is wrong also, like the card reader is JMircon not Realtek....wondering if they're mistaking this latop for a different one?

This file for QL doesn't exist even:
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp33001-33500/sp33258.exe

 

Hello everyone,
I was just wondering. Is this method going to work for the dv7t?

 

yeah it should work for dv7

 

I was having an online chat with HP support guy and he took my product and serial number and came up with this - "The hard drive will not be detected by xp because the Notebook specifications are specially designed for vista, this so because your model is new"

Somebody has respect for this statement, any comment?

 

hey thanks for all the advise to install xp it worked! i was so happy until i started to open programs and my mouse would freeze not leting me do anything then a line would go up and down my screen but after that then i could use my mouse again any ideas how to fix this problem????

 

reinstall usb mouse drivers?

does your brightness control or IR remote work?

 

bump for brightness fix?

 

Bump for a view on this, is this fixed by slip streaming SATA drivers in to windows xp CD???

 

that will get your laptop to be able to boot into windows setup yes

 

yes. youll need to download and extract the SATA drivers and slipstream them using nLite

 

another bump for brightness fix...

also.. Is your Intel 5100 wifi card slowing down after heavy usage?

Can we replace wiht an atheros based card?

 

never had problems with intel wireless

bump for brightness fix