I would highly recommend you image your drive using your choice of backup software before you replace any drives or tweak the factory software. You can then restore to factory config after you install an SSD drive or if you need to return to the factory image you can.
If you don't you won't be able to download everything to restore it to factory config at this point - trust me.
I would highly recommend you image your drive using your choice of backup software before you replace any drives or tweak the factory software. You can then restore to factory config after you install an SSD drive or if you need to return to the factory umage you can.
If you don't you won't be able to download everything to restore it to factory config at this point - trust me.
Just a quick follow up here since I spent several hours over the past 2 days going through this thread.
I got my duo on Friday and installed a OCZ Vertex2 in it. Pulled the top part of the casing off and there's still a slight buldge in the keyboard, but nothing I can't live with. It took 5 of us (software engineers) 4.5 hours to figure out how to reattach the power ribbons after putting in the ssd. Eventually we figured out that the little black pins had to be attached and facing up before we could slide the ribbon in. Never seen that before.
I initially put a clean install of Win7 x64 on it. After searching far and wide for x64 drivers and coming up empty I went back to x86 clean install.
The only problem I've had since is with the Archos wireless adapter. None of the driver versions are giving me any advanced options for N or ack timing ext... Since my wireless infrastructure is all dd-wrt and N only that became a problem because it wouldn't detect my networks. Even with a usb nic (fully updated) it couldn't find the N networks. Tried 3-4 different drivers too. So, I downgraded my network to mixed and I get 64mb connections from the duo.
lost about 100mb on the whole network by doing that though.
anyway, boot times are about 6 seconds. With full performance I'm getting about 2:50 of battery. Not too shaby.
Much better solution for me than a galaxy or iPad although I'm sure its a personal thing. I just hate iTunes with a passion and don't want to get involved in the whole "app" craze. I like browsing, watching movies, reading and having the ability to do more desktop like work. This device is perfect now that the crappy 5400rpm drive is gone.
I did notice that my seagate momentus xt drive (ssd hybrid) is about the same size are the factory drive. if you don't want to go the full ssd route, you'll get a decent perf improvement from the hybrid.
Also looking for DUO STAGE software for the Inspiron Duo 1090. Actually I know where it is but Dell wont let me get them for some hardware reason. So if anyone has downloaded it, let me know.
Using Internet Explorer, go to My Dell Downloads :: Login use the same email address and password you use here. Click on add system. There you can find Dell Stage and the other applications that came with your system.
Found all the software with the exception of Dell Stage itself. So while Dell Stage does not come up when you switch to tablet mode the programs can be run regardless.
In my opinion You are likely mistaken - The CPU is 4GB capable. It is the chipset that limits this (I have an ATOM CPU running with 4MB on a MB with a different chipset. Even single core models may actually be multi-core, with one core disabled - it may have tested faulty and this way they still get good chip yield... Just saying this as an old ex-Intel employee.
When upgrading the Mini Duo 1090 to Win 7 Ultimate, I ran into a few problems.
Things you will need before Upgrading: Net.Framework 4.52 “Offline” installer, Internet Explorer 11 “Offline” installer and Atheros Wireless Network Adapter Driver.. If you do not pre-install Net.Framework 4.52 before installing the many MS Win Updates they will revert and you will have to start the install over.
After upgrading and installing SP1, install the Net.Framework 4.52, your antivirus software, then the Atheros driver. Update your antivirus and the many MS updates.
The unknown device is the ST Microelectronics ST DL303DLH Sensor (R287101).
The Multimedia Controller is the Broadcom Crystal HD Video Decoder, v.3.6.1.32, A01(R286525).
*Note: For best results do not install the programs with these drives. Expand them and use Device Manager to “Update” the drivers.
Sakhi
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March 29th, 2011 12:00
Hi. Please post the link.
aftigr
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March 29th, 2011 16:00
I would highly recommend you image your drive using your choice of backup software before you replace any drives or tweak the factory software. You can then restore to factory config after you install an SSD drive or if you need to return to the factory image you can.
If you don't you won't be able to download everything to restore it to factory config at this point - trust me.
aftigr
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March 29th, 2011 16:00
I would highly recommend you image your drive using your choice of backup software before you replace any drives or tweak the factory software. You can then restore to factory config after you install an SSD drive or if you need to return to the factory umage you can.
If you don't you won't be able to download everything to restore it to factory config at this point - trust me.
celikk
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April 6th, 2011 05:00
I cannot these drivers:
-Multitouch driver for my screen
-Light sensor
-Accelerometer sensor (found this but couldn't install)
-Multimedia controller (shows as unknown in device manger. I don't know what is it)
someone please post links to these drivers? and installation guides?
If I made mistakes in my English, I am from Turkey, I don't know English well...
boxwoodwolf
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July 9th, 2011 17:00
Just a quick follow up here since I spent several hours over the past 2 days going through this thread.
I got my duo on Friday and installed a OCZ Vertex2 in it. Pulled the top part of the casing off and there's still a slight buldge in the keyboard, but nothing I can't live with. It took 5 of us (software engineers) 4.5 hours to figure out how to reattach the power ribbons after putting in the ssd. Eventually we figured out that the little black pins had to be attached and facing up before we could slide the ribbon in. Never seen that before.
I initially put a clean install of Win7 x64 on it. After searching far and wide for x64 drivers and coming up empty I went back to x86 clean install.
The only problem I've had since is with the Archos wireless adapter. None of the driver versions are giving me any advanced options for N or ack timing ext... Since my wireless infrastructure is all dd-wrt and N only that became a problem because it wouldn't detect my networks. Even with a usb nic (fully updated) it couldn't find the N networks. Tried 3-4 different drivers too. So, I downgraded my network to mixed and I get 64mb connections from the duo.
lost about 100mb on the whole network by doing that though.
anyway, boot times are about 6 seconds. With full performance I'm getting about 2:50 of battery. Not too shaby.
Much better solution for me than a galaxy or iPad although I'm sure its a personal thing. I just hate iTunes with a passion and don't want to get involved in the whole "app" craze. I like browsing, watching movies, reading and having the ability to do more desktop like work. This device is perfect now that the crappy 5400rpm drive is gone.
I did notice that my seagate momentus xt drive (ssd hybrid) is about the same size are the factory drive. if you don't want to go the full ssd route, you'll get a decent perf improvement from the hybrid.
Now if only I could get the x64 drivers...
FrostyWinnipeg
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December 1st, 2011 16:00
Also looking for DUO STAGE software for the Inspiron Duo 1090. Actually I know where it is but Dell wont let me get them for some hardware reason. So if anyone has downloaded it, let me know.
PudgyOne
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December 1st, 2011 17:00
FrostyWinnipeg,
Using Internet Explorer, go to My Dell Downloads :: Login use the same email address and password you use here. Click on add system. There you can find Dell Stage and the other applications that came with your system.
Rick
FrostyWinnipeg
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December 2nd, 2011 23:00
Went there, but when i click on my downloads, nothing happens.
PudgyOne
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December 3rd, 2011 07:00
FrostyWinnipeg,
Try reading...
My Dell Downloads :: FAQ
If you do not find a solution, then Contact Dell Technical Support
Rick
FrostyWinnipeg
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December 3rd, 2011 13:00
"SERVICE TAG NOT SUPPORTED" sigh. I loath Dell Tech Support which is why I thought it might be easier to beg.
FrostyWinnipeg
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February 17th, 2012 13:00
Found all the software with the exception of Dell Stage itself. So while Dell Stage does not come up when you switch to tablet mode the programs can be run regardless.
markj44
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March 5th, 2012 18:00
In my opinion You are likely mistaken - The CPU is 4GB capable. It is the chipset that limits this (I have an ATOM CPU running with 4MB on a MB with a different chipset. Even single core models may actually be multi-core, with one core disabled - it may have tested faulty and this way they still get good chip yield... Just saying this as an old ex-Intel employee.
rmdaugherty
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March 3rd, 2015 12:00
When upgrading the Mini Duo 1090 to Win 7 Ultimate, I ran into a few problems.
Things you will need before Upgrading: Net.Framework 4.52 “Offline” installer, Internet Explorer 11 “Offline” installer and Atheros Wireless Network Adapter Driver.. If you do not pre-install Net.Framework 4.52 before installing the many MS Win Updates they will revert and you will have to start the install over.
After upgrading and installing SP1, install the Net.Framework 4.52, your antivirus software, then the Atheros driver. Update your antivirus and the many MS updates.
The unknown device is the ST Microelectronics ST DL303DLH Sensor (R287101).
The Multimedia Controller is the Broadcom Crystal HD Video Decoder, v.3.6.1.32, A01(R286525).
*Note: For best results do not install the programs with these drives. Expand them and use Device Manager to “Update” the drivers.