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Windows XP Install didn't detect devices.
I have a Dimension 8400 that lost the hard drive. When I tried to install XP on the new drive it didn't detect any of my devices, nic, video, sound, etc. I looked at Device Manager and all of the devices have a yellow '?' next to them. If I uninstall the device and reboot it detects it but the Add Hardware Wizard chokes on the driver install. Any help would be appreciated.
OrdinaryMAN
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Posted October 3rd, 2007 23:00
So a driver is a piece of software that let's windows communicate to the hardware devices inside the system. Now unless windows has a native driver then you don't have to do anything. Like for instance sometimes the NIC (Network Interface Card) is native.Here's a link that you might want to read to clarify your perception on drivers vs. plug n play devices---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
You'd be surprised to see how much info you can find from www.support.dell.com. I.E. guides for removing/installing parts, drivers, manuals for all specification needs, KB articles, etc. So before you post try searching the site to find the answer you are looking for.dave51_2fe887
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Posted October 3rd, 2007 23:00
It did detect them. It just didn't have the correct divers to install. Go to "drivers and downloads" assuggested. Install Chipset drivers FIRST then video,sound,network adapter and so one.
simpswr
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Posted October 3rd, 2007 23:00