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Dell Inspiron 1420 Bluetooth driver issue
I have an ancient Inspiron 1420 (Windows Vista 32 bit) that I use to run an automotive OBD II diagnostic program that uses a Bluetooth adapter to connect to the vehicle. I installed a larger hard drive and Windows 7 32 bit into and I can't get the driver for the Bluetooth adapter to install. The computer has a Dell Wireless 355 Bluetooth + 2.0 EDR adapter and I have the right driver, R140135, for this adapter and Windows 7, but it won't run. I keep getting a blue and grey box that says: Bluetooth Software
Activate Bluetooth using Fn+F2 or radio On/Off Switch
Cancel Installation
And the driver never loads. The Bluetooth worked with the original Windows Vista Home Basic, but not now. Can anyone help or am I doomed to reinstall Windows Vista?
Philip_Yip
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September 29th, 2015 15:00
For the Dell Wireless 355 and Windows 7 try R226750.exe which is newer:
http://ftp.dell.com/FOLDER94296M/1/R226750.exe
BigAl62
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September 30th, 2015 11:00
Thank you!!! This worked! I know that my 1420 is an old computer, but it still works great and it runs what I need it for, I have a newer laptop for other stuff.
Philip_Yip
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September 30th, 2015 12:00
Glad it helped. :)
conciergeconnect
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March 24th, 2020 07:00
good Day Philip
i was told my old inspiron n1710 can not provide bluetooth funtionality since i upgraded to Windows 10?
True? If not what do you suggest?
Thank you in advance
Rick
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March 24th, 2020 12:00
I resolve this issue please check it