Install Windows XP on compaq presario CQ40-425TU

You need to create a new XP cd to install window XP on this laptop. So to do that we need to perform a process called slipstream.

Materials need to download:

Nlite: Download
Intel ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller Driver: Download
Windows XP sp2 patch: Download

and then follow this instruction: here

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Acer empowering technology for XP Download

Here is the empowering technology for Acer(old models) and for windows XP. Any new model with Vista and downgrade to XP but the official Acer site didn't provide the empowering technology software you can try to install following empowering technologies.

"Acer empowering technology ni untuk acer model lama Acer Aspire(52XX), tapi boleh juga duguna untuk model lain, test software ni biasanya boleh diinstall"

Acer Empowering Framework 2.1.21.41.zip
Acer ePerformance Management 1.0.10.21.zip
Acer ePower Management 1.8.6.053.zip
Acer ePresentation Management 1.1.4.819.zip
Acer eSettings Management 1.3.3.40.zip

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Compaq Presario CQ60-116EE Windows XP drivers

Description:
Install according to order, please install patch first before the drivers. Tools and utilities is optional.

Patch:

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Install this patch before installing drivers.

Net framework 2.0 Download
Net framework 3.5 Download


Drivers:

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Chipset
Intel Chipset Installation Utility
Version:9.1.1.1016 A, 2.31M
Download

Graphic:
Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family Graphics Driver
Version 1.00 REV A
Download 
 
Nvidia GeForce 9200M GE
Version 186.81 WHQL 110/112MB
Download (32-bit)
Download (64-bit)

Audio Drivers:
For audio Drivers you need to install it using have disk method which you can download and read the instruction here: Download Page

Bluetooth:
HP Integrated Module with  Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Version 5.1E  94.68M
Download

Card Reader
Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader
Version  6.1.7600.48 7.96MB
Download

LAN/Ethernet
Realtek RTL8101E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC
Download

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Wireless Driver:
There are 3 wireless drivers. Choose base on your specs. Base on previous experience, this model normally use Atheros 2011 wireless LAN Drivers.

Atheros 2011 Wireless LAN Driver
Version 1.10  79.23MB (all OS)
Download

Broadcom Wireless Drivers
Version5.10.91.8 10MB
Download

Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers:
(requires windows installer 3.0 installed first)
Version 5.20 4MB
Download

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Button:
HP Quick-launch Button
Version 6.40B 19MB
Download

Touchpad:
Synaptics Touchpad Driver 
Version:9.1.11 Q, 16.93M
Download

Webcam
Cyberlink youcam software 2.0 + Driver
Download


Tools and Utilities

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Lightscribe System Software:
Version 1.18.1.1 A 8.4M
Download

HP Wireless Assistant
Version:3.50.11.2, 3.81M
Download

Motorola SoftStylus 
Version:2.2.119.2, 42.73M
Download 


Resources:

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1. If you wan to get newest drivers for your CQ60 you can always refer to the manufacture site, here is the guide to get the latest drivers:

1. For Chipset: go to Intel Download center and search for "INF Update Utility -​ Primarily for Intel® 6, 5, 4, 3, 900 Series Chipsets" On the search result look for the latest drivers available.

2. For Intel Graphic to Intel download center and search for "Intel® Graphics Driver for Windows XP" and select the latest drivers available.

3. Audio Drivers : If you want to get the audio drivers provided by Microsoft, go to Microsoft update catalog using Internet Explorer browser. Search for " Conextant High Definition Smart Audio 221". On the search result look for version 3.49.4.51 date: 6/11/2008size: 783kb. Install manually via device manager using the same method to install the conextant audio explained on this link.

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Compaq Presario CQ60-104TU Windows XP Drivers

Description:
Install according to order, please install patch first before the drivers. Tools and utilities is optional.

Patch:

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Install this patch before installing drivers.

Net framework 2.0 Download
Net framework 3.5 Download


Drivers:

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Chipset
Intel Chipset Installation Utility
Version:9.1.1.1016 A, 2.31M
Download

Graphic:
Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family Graphics Driver
Version 1.00 REV A
Download 
 
Nvidia GeForce 9200M GE
Version 186.81 WHQL 110/112MB
Download (32-bit)
Download (64-bit)

Audio Drivers:
For audio Drivers you need to install it using have disk method which you can download and read the instruction here: Download Page

Bluetooth:
HP Integrated Module with  Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Version 5.1E  94.68M
Download

Card Reader
Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader
Version  6.1.7600.48 7.96MB
Download

LAN/Ethernet
Realtek RTL8101E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC
Download

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Wireless Driver:
There are 3 wireless drivers. Choose base on your specs. Base on previous experience, this model normally use Atheros 2011 wireless LAN Drivers.

Atheros 2011 Wireless LAN Driver
Version 1.10  79.23MB (all OS)
Download

Broadcom Wireless Drivers
Version5.10.91.8 10MB
Download

Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers:
(requires windows installer 3.0 installed first)
Version 5.20 4MB
Download

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Button:
HP Quick-launch Button
Version 6.40B 19MB
Download

Touchpad:
Synaptics Touchpad Driver 
Version:9.1.11 Q, 16.93M
Download

Webcam
Cyberlink youcam software 2.0 + Driver
Download


Tools and Utilities

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Lightscribe System Software:
Version 1.18.1.1 A 8.4M
Download

HP Wireless Assistant
Version:3.50.11.2, 3.81M
Download

Motorola SoftStylus 
Version:2.2.119.2, 42.73M
Download 


Resources:

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1. If you wan to get newest drivers for your CQ60 you can always refer to the manufacture site, here is the guide to get the latest drivers:

1. For Chipset: go to Intel Download center and search for "INF Update Utility -​ Primarily for Intel® 6, 5, 4, 3, 900 Series Chipsets" On the search result look for the latest drivers available.

2. For Intel Graphic to Intel download center and search for "Intel® Graphics Driver for Windows XP" and select the latest drivers available.

3. Audio Drivers : If you want to get the audio drivers provided by Microsoft, go to Microsoft update catalog using Internet Explorer browser. Search for " Conextant High Definition Smart Audio 221". On the search result look for version 3.49.4.51 date: 6/11/2008size: 783kb. Install manually via device manager using the same method to install the conextant audio explained on this link.

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Campaq Presario V2405US Windows XP Driver

AUDIO DRIVER
Conexant CX20468-31 AC97 Audio Driver and Audio Driver EQ
Download (sp30399.exe)

MODEM
Conexant CX20493-58 Modem Driver
Download (sp32337.exe)

GRPAHIC DRIVERS
Graphics Driver for ATI Radeon Xpress 200M Chipset
Download (sp31101.exe)

WIRELESS
------------------------------------------------
If you have intel wireless: Download
If you have Broadcom wireless: Download
(dont know which one?, I suggest use broadcom)
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HP wireless Assistant: Download
Broadcom WLAN network adapter: Download

Support Software for HP Integrated Module
with Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Download

STORAGE DRIVER
Texas Instruments Media Card Reader Driver
Download

Media Card Reader Driver
Download

Download, install and report back the progress

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Compaq Presario CQ40-425TU Windows XP Driver

First Install  Netframework: (require for Quick Launch Installation).
Net framework 2.0
Download


DRIVERS (18)

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Chipset
Intel Chipset Installation Utility
Version 9.1.1.1015 A 2.2MB (xp, vista, 7)
Download

Storage
Intel Matrix Storage Manager Driver 
Version:8.9.2.1002 A, 18.17M
Download 

Graphic/VGA
Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family Graphics Driver
Version 1.00 REV A 19.28MB
Download

Nvidia GeForce G 105M/G 103M For windows XP
Version 2.66.58WHQL  118MB
Download

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Audio Drivers:
Since there are no best single driver available, you have to follow this step carefully.

1. Install MS-UAA first:
Windows XP, XP SP2: Download  (KB888111)
Windows XP SP3: Download  (KB835221)

Restart and then install audio drivers below.

2. Install the Audio:
IDT High Definition Audio Codec
(2 drivers, if the first one didn't work, use 2nd drivers)
Download (SP41693)
Download (SP39671)

 If resulting in error, ignore it and proceed  by manually install the drivers:

Download and install the driver, you will get the error while  installing.
Perform the below steps to fix the issue.
1. Click on Start and select Run. Now type devmgmt.msc and press enter.
2. Right click on "Audio device on High Definition Audio Bus" and click  Update driver.
3. Select "Install from a list or specific location".
4. Click Next. Then select "Don't search, I will choose the driver to  install".
5. Click Next and then select "Sound, video and game controller" from  the list.
6. Click Next and then click Have Disk.
7. Click Browse C:\swsetup\sp39671 folder and select the .inf   file and click open and Continue with the onscreen instructions.

Fo instruction with pictures read here:
Manually  install Audio Drivers.

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Wireless:
(3 drivers, choose 1 base on your specification) 

Broadcom 4313 a/b/g/n wireless Drivers
Version5.10.91.8 10MB
Download

Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers:
(requires windows installer 3.0 installed first)
Version 5.20 4MB
Download

Atheros Wireless LAN Driver:
Version 2.00B 20.64MB
Download

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Bluetooth:
HP Integrated Module with  Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Version 5.1E  94.68M
Download

Modem
High-Definition Audio (HDA)  Modem Installer and Driver
Version 1.00 A 12.71MB
Download

Lan/Ethernet
Realtek RTL8102E Family  PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC
Verison 1.00A 4.8MB
Download
updates available here 

Card Reader
JMB38X Card Reader Host Controller
Version 1.00A 3.49MB
Download

Touchpad:
Synaptics Touchpad Driver 
Version:9.1.11 Q, 16.93M
Download

Button:
(Install netframework 2.0 first)

HP Quick-launch Button
Version 6.40B 19MB
Download

Camera
Cyberlink youcam software 2.0 + Driver
Version 2.0.2519 46MB
Download

Others
Lightscribe  system software
Version 1.18.1.1 A 8.4MB
Download


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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1. If  you have 7 unknown device, download this file, extract, then right lick on the inf file and select install(Machine.inf)

FOR NVDIA: if  the driver above resulting in error use modded driver below:
Download
3-step  process to install:
1. Download driver, double click and select  extract,
2. Download modded INF and replace original INF in  extracted folder,
3. Install and  reboot

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Webcam Crash Problems MSN Messenger (SOLVED)

Before continue reading the entire post, I would like to stress this post is specific for Compaq laptop but you can also apply for other type if you know to choose your driver. I made this post because i got an email asked about Webcam crashed using MSN Messenger and she report back that its work for her. SO here is my original reply to her email and hope help you too, if you still having trouble( Especially different models) leave your comments.

here some suggestion that may help you:

first update your youcam driver:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=ob-55812-1&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&os=2093&product=3675225&lang=en

restart and if it still crash follow next step:

first download and istall the update below:

windows vista service pack 1 update: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=90E2942D-3AD1-4873-A2EE-4ACC0AACE5B6&displaylang=en

then web quickplay update:
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&prodTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=3752105&prodNameId=3786352&swEnvOID=2093&swLang=13&mode=2&taskId=135&swItem=ob-70555-1

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Compaq Presario V2402US Windows XP Driver

If there any problems leave your comments by clicking the comments link at the end of the post, i will reply as soon as possible.

GRAPHIC DRIVERS/VGA (ALONG WITH CHIPSET):
ATI Radeon Xpress 200M Chipset
Download

AUDIO DRIVER:
Conexant CX20468-31 AC97 Audio Driver and Audio Driver EQ
Download

MODEM:
Conexant CX20493-58 Modem Driver
Download



Synaptics Touchpad Driver
Download

HP Quick Launch Buttons
Download

NETWORK:
If you have broadcom wireless: Download
If you have intel wireless: Download
(if u r using intel wireless i suggest to install windows installer 3.0)
(if you don't know which driver to use i suggest use the broadcom driver)

Broadcom wireless LAN:
Download

HP wireless Assistant:
Download

Broadcom WLAN Network Adapters Driver
Download

Support Software for HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Download

UPDATES FOR OS
AMD Processor Update for Microsoft Windows XP
Download

IDE Controller Enhancement
Download


CARD READER:
Texas Instruments Media Card Reader Driver
Download

Media Card Reader Driver
Download

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Compaq Presario CQ40-133AX Windows XP Driver

PATCH

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First Install  Netframework: (require for Quick Launch Installation).
Net framework 2.0
Download

Netframework 3.5
Download

DRIVERS (18)

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Sata
AMD SATA AHCI Controller Driver
Version 3.1.1540.64 REV:  A  5.24MB
Download

Graphic/VGA
AMD High-Definition Graphics Driver
Version:8.753.0.0, 178.42M
Download 

ATI VGA Driver (ATI Mobility Radeon)
Version:8.672.0.0 A, 106.21M
(strongly recommended to install Microsoft netframework 2.0 and 3.5)
Download 

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Audio Drivers:
Since there are no best single driver available, you have to follow this step carefully.

1. Install MS-UAA first:
Windows XP, XP SP2: Download  (KB888111)
Windows XP SP3: Download  (KB835221)

Restart and then install audio drivers below.

2. Install the Audio:
IDT High Definition Audio Codec
(2 drivers, if the first one didn't work, use 2nd drivers)
Download (SP41693)
Download (SP39671)

 If resulting in error, ignore it and proceed  by manually install the drivers:

Download and install the driver, you will get the error while  installing.
Perform the below steps to fix the issue.
1. Click on Start and select Run. Now type devmgmt.msc and press enter.
2. Right click on "Audio device on High Definition Audio Bus" and click  Update driver.
3. Select "Install from a list or specific location".
4. Click Next. Then select "Don't search, I will choose the driver to  install".
5. Click Next and then select "Sound, video and game controller" from  the list.
6. Click Next and then click Have Disk.
7. Click Browse C:\swsetup\sp39671 folder and select the .inf   file and click open and Continue with the onscreen instructions.

Fo instruction with pictures read here:
Manually  install Audio Drivers.

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Wireless:
(3 drivers, choose 1 base on your specification) 

Broadcom 4313 a/b/g/n wireless Drivers
Version5.10.91.8 10MB
Download

Intel PRO/Wireless Drivers:
(requires windows installer 3.0 installed first)
Version 5.20 4MB
Download

Atheros Wireless LAN Driver:
Version 2.00B 20.64MB
Download

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Bluetooth:
HP Integrated Module with  Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Version 5.1E  94.68M
Download

Modem
High-Definition Audio (HDA)  Modem Installer and Driver
Version 1.00 A 12.71MB
Download

Lan/Ethernet
Realtek RTL8102E Family  PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC
Verison 1.00A 4.8MB
Download
updates available here 

Card Reader
JMB38X Card Reader Host Controller
Version 1.00A 3.49MB
Download

Touchpad:
Synaptics Touchpad Driver 
Version:9.1.11 Q, 16.93M
Download

Button:
(Install netframework 2.0 first)

HP Quick-launch Button
Version 6.40B 19MB
Download

Camera
Cyberlink youcam software 2.0 + Driver
Version 2.0.2519 46MB
Download

Others
Lightscribe  system software
Version 1.18.1.1 A 8.4MB
Download


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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1. If  you have 7 unknown device, download this file, extract, then right click on the inf file and select install(Machine.inf)

2. If you need HDMI Driver Download 

3. Chipset driver can be download directly from AMD and in your graphic driver folder. By default the folder name is SMbus in c:\ati

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Compaq Presario CQ50-115NR Driver Windows XP

Requirements:
Install Windows Installer 3.1 First:Download (external Link)
Install Netframework 2.0 : Download

Chipset:
Nvidia nForce 740a/nForce 710a
Version 10.3.00.23  7MB
Download

Nvidia nForce 15.45 WHQL
2009.10.01  152MB
Download

Audio Drivers
You must Install MS-UAA before installing audio drivers. Reboot after MS-UAA and install audio drivers. Please don;t skip this step to make sure your audio installed properly.

Microsoft Universal Audio Architecture (UAA)
Knowledge Base 888111 (KB888111)
Download (Intel site) 
Download (from HP)

-Restart/Reboot.-

Conextant Smart Audio 221 Drivers
Version 3.49.4.51 1.02MB
Download (mf link)
Download (sd link)
Download (4s link)

Instruction to Install Audio Drivers:
 (if you need instruction with picture you can read here)
1. Unzip the file, i suggest unzip it at desktop and you will get CQSmartAudio_221 folder.
2. Remember that folder location we will use it later.
3. Open device manager by click start and select RUN, type DEVMGMT.MSC and press enter.
4. A device manager will open, look for Audio Device on High Def Bus. Right click and select update driver.
5. Select No to connect.
6. Select Don't Search, I will choose the driver to install,
7. For the Hardware Type select 'Show All Devices'
8. Remove the check (uncheck) from "Show Compatible Hardware" and click on "Have Disk".
9. Browse to  CQSmartAudio_221 folder we extract earlier and select WAHER5a.inf.
10. Continue with on screen installation until finish. Ignore if it prompt or complaint. reboot.


HDMI
Nvidia HDMI Audio Drivers
Verison 1.00.00.59 WHQL 5.67MB
Download

Graphic:
Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family Graphics Driver
Version 1.00 REV A
Download 

Nvidia GeForce 9200M GE
Version 186.81 WHQL 110/112MB
Download (32-bit)
Download (64-bit)


Webcam
Cyberlink Youcam Software
Version 2.0.2519 46MB
Download

Touchpad:
Synaptic Touchpad Driver
Version 10.0.13.2 26MB
Download

Button:
HP Quick Launch Button
Version 10.0.13.2  24.26MB
Download

Card Reader
Realtek USB 2.0 Card Reader Driver
Version 6.0.6000.20113 A 9.66MB
Download


Wireless:
(3 available drivers, choose 1 base on your specs or test which work for your model)
Atheros 2011 (AR5007) Wireless Drivers
Version 9.20  81.94MB
Download

Broadcom wireless LAN Driver (BCM43XX)
Version 5.60.48.31 10.27M
Download

Intel Wireless LAN Drivers
Version 14.0 14.64MB
Download


Tools and Utilities - Optional Downloads:

Lightscribe System Software:
Version 1.18.1.1 A 8.4M
Download

HP Wireless Assistant
Version:3.50.11.2, 3.81M
Download

Motorola SoftStylus 
Version:2.2.119.2, 42.73M
Download

Additional Resources:
For further reading and information. Note that this is only description and information taht may be helpful.

1. Hp Quicklaunch, other version you can also use is: sp39425.exe
2. Card Reader : You can download driver directly from Realtek: Download link
3. There 2 chipset drivers available above, it is optional and you can choose which work best for you.
4. Wireless Atheros: It support wide range of wireless device mainly on 5xxx series.
5. Atheros Wireless: If the driver file is too big, you can use older version: sp39403.exe
6. For the Hardware Type select 'Show All Devices'
Remove the check from "Show Compatible Hardware" and click on "Have Disk".

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