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    Intel Inf update or Manufacturer drivers???

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Shampoo, Nov 14, 2005.

  1. Shampoo

    Shampoo Notebook Deity

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    Hey guys I was wondering whether you could just go to Intel's website and install the latest chipset drivers for our laptops (915chipsets) or if we have to wait for our manufacturers to update their drivers on their websites???

    Intel has a new release for 915 chipsets dated november 11th or something like that, MUCH newer than the ones I currently have installed in my Z70Va.

    I'm sure it should be fine right?

    Cheers,
    Mike
     
    Shampoo, Nov 14, 2005
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    They usually recommend that you look for drivers from your manufacturer, but their drivers should still work for you. Just know that you do this at your own risk.
     
    CalebSchmerge, Nov 14, 2005
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    hrmm...so it's just like installing third-party drivers for videocards...

    Risk taken :D

    Cheers,
    Mike
     
    Shampoo, Nov 15, 2005
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