Downloading Chipset to my laptop

Question

I have an inspiron 1150 notebook that does not have internet access. I need to download some stuff from the support website to fix a problem with resolution. How do I download it to my PC, then transfer it to my notebook?

Dan_Johnson · Answer

Download it and burn it to a CD if you have a CD burner on your PC or use a USB memory key to save the file, then insert the CD ( USB Memory key) in your laptop and double click on the file which u had saved, the wizard will start by itself.

johnmr12 · Answer

Thanks Dan. I will try that today.

johnmr12 · Answer

I downloaded the chipset and video drivers for my 1150, installed them on my 1150, restarted the system, and I still cant change the resolution of my display. It only gives me one choice640 X 480. Any more suggestions?

Dan_Johnson · Answer

Check in your device manager, does it show any yellow question mark?   Right click MY Computer>>>>Click on Properties>>>>Click on Hardware Tab >>>>>Click on Device Manager.>>>Check for any yellow question marks or excalamation marks.

johnmr12 · Answer

Dan, I have a yellow ? next to 'other devices'. When I open it, I have a question mark next to ethernet controller, multimedia audio controller, network controller, pci modem, video controller, and video controller (vga compatible).

Dan_Johnson · Answer

johnmr12,

Looks like none of your drivers are installed properly, we need to install these drivers in a particular sequence:

1) Dell Notebook System Software

2) Chipset Drivers

3) Video driver

4) Audio driver

5) Input drivers

6) Communication drivers ( Modem)

7) Network Drivers.

You will need to download these correct drivers for your computer and reinstall them in this order, remmember to reboot your computer after u install each driver.

All the Best!

johnmr12 · Answer

I downloaded all the drivers and installed them in order. I still have the problem. I looked in the device manager and I still have a question mark next to other devices, but I have fewer entries within that folder. Now I have a question mark next to ethernet controller, video controller, and video controller (VGA Compatible). Was I supposed to uninstall or delete anything before installing the drivers? Or, is it possible that I

johnmr12 · Answer

Sorry, I was saying is it possible that I downloaded the wrong drivers? Within some of the drivers, there is more than one choice for the Inspiron 1150.

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