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March 26th, 2011 16:00
Downloading drivers on one computer for use on another
Hello, I own both a Dell laptop and a Dell Desktop. I have had to reinstall Windows XP on the laptop. I now need to download and install Dell drivers available for the laptop. As I do not yet have a network connection for the laptop, I assume I need to download the drivers to a CD/DVD using my desktop, then transfer those files to the laptop. However, I can't figure out how to do so. I have deleted all the dell.com cookies, but still don't see the option to download via browser, or some other way to download the files to a disk rather than install them on my desktop. I would appreciate step-by-step instructions or suggestions. Thank you.
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EeCeesf,
Try reading...
How to by-pass the Dell Download Manager, the use Internet Explorer and download the files, in your browser. Burn the files to a disk or send them to a flash drive.
How to Download and Install Drivers in the Correct Order
Since the operating system was re-installed did you remember to go to drivers and downloads, enter your service tag(DO NOT POST SERVICE TAG here or your post will get deleted, since it contains your personal information), and install these drivers in this order.
:emotion-55: Hint :emotion-55: When downloading the drivers, make a folder for each drivers and name it with the device it belongs with to make it easier to install them in the proper order.
Desktop System Software or Notebook System Software(if applicable)
Chipset or SMBus driver
Processor Driver (if applicable)
Video
Audio (sound)
Input Drivers (keyboard/mouse)
Modem
Network Card
QuickSet(Laptop only)
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