Drivers Guru

What is AC ’97?

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:21:15 +0000

If you’re using an older machine, you might have come across the label AC ’97 while going through the Sound and Audio Device Properties or the items listed in Device Manager. In case you’re wondering what it means, the term AC ’97 stands for Audio Codec ’97, a codec standard made by Intel Architecture Labs back in 1997.

In terms of software, audio codecs are programs that compress and decompress digital information found on audio files, e.g. turn data on an MP3 file into music. The term codec actually stands for Compress/Decompress. However, Intel uses the term audio codec somewhat differently for AC ‘97: instead of handling purely digital information, the term refers to a device that encodes analog audio into digital audio, and vice versa. In other words, an AD/DA converter.

Capabilities

AC ’97 is a specification for high-quality, 16- or 20- bit audio architecture for many desktop personal computers. It’s used mainly for motherboards, modems, sound cards, and chassis front panel audio solutions. It’s capable of supporting surround sound for PCs, with 96 kHz in 20-bit stereo resolution and 48 kHz in 20-bit stereo for multi-channel recording and playback.

You can get integrated audio on your PC by having the AC’97 Codec on the motherboard, or having either a Communications and Networking Riser (CNR) card or an audio/modem riser (AMR) card installed.

The latest version, AC 2.3, enables Plug and Play for its users and allows audio codecs to provide information about its analog interface, similar to Intel High Definition Audio.

Specifications

The kinds of AC ’97 devices include:

Audio Codec – referred to as AC ’97 or just AC; forms the analog component of the AC architecture.
Modem Codec – referred to as MC; also part of the analog component.
Combined Audio/Modem Codec – referred to as AMC ’97 or just AMC.
Digital controller – referred to as DC ’97; built into the I/O Controller Hub (ICH) of the chipset.

AC ’97 codec chips have an AC97 interface on one side and analog audio interface on the other. They are small square chips with 48 pins, and can be Digital/Analog and Analog/Digital or only Digital/Analog.

To see the full specifications of AC ’97, you can download the manual from Intel’s webpage.

Note that in 2004, AC’97 was replaced by Intel High Definition Audio (HD Audio) as the standard for next generation integrated audio. HD Audio can support 192-kHz 32-bit quality for two channels and 96-kHz 32-bit for up to eight channels

Upgrading AC ’97 drivers

If you have an AC ’97 chipset in your computer, you can choose to upgrade its driver to the latest version by downloading the updates from the manufacturer’s website. For example, if you have Realtek AC ’97, go to the Realtek webpage download section. Run the installer and it will detect the AC ’97 devices for you. Simply follow the instructions, then restart your computer to complete the installation.

Xerox Background

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:19:08 +0000

Xerox Corporation (NYSE:XRX) is the world’s leading document management technology and services enterprise. A $17.6 billion company, Xerox provides the document industry’s broadest portfolio of offerings. Digital systems include color and black-and-white printing and publishing systems, digital presses and “book factories,” multifunction devices, laser and solid ink network printers, copiers and fax machines. Xerox’s services expertise is unmatched and includes helping businesses develop online document archives, analyzing how employees can most efficiently share documents and knowledge in the office, operating in-house print shops or mailrooms, and building Web-based processes for personalizing direct mail, invoices, brochures and more. Xerox also offers associated software, support and supplies such as toner, paper and ink.

The company’s operations are guided by customer-focused and employee-centered core values — such as environmental sustainability, citizenship, diversity and quality — augmented by a passion for innovation, speed and adaptability.

Xerox Current Products

Xerox today manufactures and sells a wide variety of office and production equipment including LCD Monitors, photo copiers, Xerox Phaser printers, multifunction printers, large-volume digital printers as well as workflow software under the brand strategy of FreeFlow. The impact of Xerox FreeFlow products on the graphic arts market and the print industry in general has grown exponentially since May 2006, largely as a result of the Xerox presence at IPEX 2006. Xerox also sells scanners and digital presses. On 29 May 2008, Xerox launched the Xerox iGen4 Press.

Xerox sells both color and black and white printers under the Xerox Phaser brand, with the color consumer model starting at US$299; the most expensive color model costs US$6,799.

Xerox also produces fax machines, professional printers, black and white copiers, and several other products.

In addition, Xerox produces many printing and office supplies such as paper, in many forms; and markets software such as Xerox DocuShare, Xerox MarketPort and FlowPort, offers consulting services, ECM Digital Repository Services and printing outsourcing.

My Printer Will Not Print In DOS

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:13:08 +0000

If your printer is a GDI printer, it cannot print in DOS because it does not have the built-in hardware necessary to understand DOS ASCII codes. This is not a defect with your printer and there is no firmware available that would allow your printer to print in DOS. To print in DOS, you need a PCL printer.

If your printer prints for Windows programs but does not print for DOS programs, you have a GDI printer. It cannot print for DOS programs.

Click here to check your printer’s model specifications for PCL compatibility.

OKI LED technology

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:11:09 +0000

LED technology

OKI Electric developed its LED printhead technology for electro-photographic printing for reliable printing in various applications.

Laser systems rely on elaborate combinations of rotating mirrors and lenses that must remain in alignment through use. The laser scans from one end of a line to another, then zig-zags down to the next line.

LED technology uses a Light Emitting Diode printhead as a light source within the imaging device. Unlike laser systems, the LED printhead is solid-state and has no moving parts. The LED bar pulse-flashes across the entire page width and creates the image on the print drum as it moves down.

OKI also has a straight-line paper path that’s less susceptible to jams when feeding heavy stock, envelopes or labels.

LED technology is the future. We’re so sure of this that we guarantee the printhead of every OKI page printer for five full years by far the longest warranty in the industry!

Laser technology

About MSI

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:10:05 +0000

Founded in August 1986, MSI has continued to uphold a business philosophy that stresses “Award-winning product quality and outstanding customer service.” MSI specializes in the design and manufacture of motherboards, graphics card, add-on cards, servers/workstations, iPC, barebones, communication devices, CE products, Notebooks, car infotainment products, and All-in-One PC.

“Quality Products Create Faithful Customers” is a motto that guides all that we do at MSI. For this reason, MSI goes all out to be the best of the best in research and development. Currently, 2,500 experienced engineers staff our research and development department. This talented team carries out its work with the latest research equipment, continuing to raise the bar on product quality and innovative product features.

At MSI, we put our motto — “Quality Products Create Faithful Customers”–into living practice. In 1995 and 1996, we received ISO-9002 and ISO-9001 product quality certification, respectively. In 1999, MSI received ISO-14001 environmental certification, affirming our commitment to the environment. Furthermore, MSI products undergo rigorous quality control testing, attaining a 99.6% quality rate, a level far higher than the industry standard. MSI’s superior product quality has garnered exceedingly favorable coverage from the global media, countless awards, and a very enthusiastic customer response.

In recent years, MSI has aggressively expanded into mainland China to meet the needs of our global customers. In 2000, the Baoan Plant in Shenzhen started production, vastly increasing MSI’s production output as well as revenue. Aside from the Baoan Plant in Shenzhen, MSI has also established production facilities and a research and development center in Kunshan, China in 2001. The motherboard annual production is expected to reach 20.8 million units and the annual graphics card production is expected to reach 11.8 million units. Combined with the production from Taiwan, MSI is now becoming one of the biggest motherboard and graphics card manufacturers in the world

To keep abreast of the global market and offer our customers the best service, speediest product delivery, as well as sales and technical support, MSI has established subsidiaries in mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, India, Taiwan, U.S.A., Canada, Brazil, Germany, France, Italy, Australia, the Netherlands, Turkey, U.K., Russia, Ukraine, Poland, Czech Republic, Serbia, and Saudi Arabic.

To broaden our global market and to build a good image, we keep striving on marketing promotions, for example, posting advertisement on some reputed media, releasing news information, improving product box design, holding many promotion activities and attending all important PC exhibitions in the world. Apart from developing the motherboard, graphics card, server/workstation, and system, MSI has also introduced Notebook, industrial computing, car infotainment, and All-in-One PC products to bridge the transition to the post-PC world. MSI adopts a diversified business model, and breaks into the 3C market.

Together, we are entering a greatly-accelerated world. Let MSI be the first to welcome you into this exciting new Digital Universe!

ASUS Announce N71 and N61 as Multimedia Laptop

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:06:09 +0000

Asus ready for launching N-Series that will be available for doing your daily multimedia tasks, Asus N61 and N71. Both of notebook comes with ASUS SonicMaster amplification system that will bring new experience in audio reproduction. For listening every sound quality detail(rhytm and beat), this new laptop also completed with utilizing a paper-foam cone design. This new laptop also equipped with Altec Lansing Speakers and SRS Premium Sound that will offer high definition audio when you’re travelling.

ASUS N61 Specification:
- Intel Core 2 Duo or Core 2 Quad Processor
- 1GB 0f DDR3 NVIDIA GeForce GT 240M or GT 220M
- upto 4GB of DDR3 RAM memory
- 500Gb of hard drive
- 16-inch HD LED Panel that support for 1366 by 768 pixel resolution
- Blu-ray DVD Combo
- Microsoft Windows 7

ASUS N71 Specification:
- Intel Core 2 Duo or Core 2 Quad processor
- 1GB of DDR3 NVIDIA GeForce GT 240M or GT 220M
- up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM memory
- up to 500GB hard drive
- Blu-ray DVD Combo
- Microsoft Windows 7

Where to find ASUS model name?

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:03:10 +0000

An user manual is bundled with every ASUS product sold. You can find out the model name from the Cover of the User Manual or Sticker Label on the Package Box (barcode sticker).

The model name is located on the barcode sticker, but there are other ways to find it:

Motherboard

Method

Captured Screen

Procedure

Rebooting your system

Hit the “Pause/Break” key when you see ASUS xxxx ACPI BIOS Revision”

For example：A7N8X-VM represents the motherboard model

Please find the model name from the motherboard surface

If necessary, please open the system case for better inspection.

For example：P4C800-E represents the motherboard model

Notebook

Method

Captured Screen

Procedure

Please close the opening lid and flip the notebook with its back facing upward. Your model name will be printed on the “MODEL”section. Please neglect the third, fourth and fifth letters in it.

For example：A6Va series (or better known as A6Q00VA)

Eee PC

Method

Captured Screen

Procedure

Please close the opening lid and flip the EPC with its back facing upward. Your model name will be printed on the red section.

For example：701 (model name.)

Optical Drive

Method

Captured Screen

Procedure

Please reboot the system

Hit “Pause/Break” key when you see “Detecting Secondary Master ”

For example：CRW-4012A represents the optical drive model

Please check the model name on the surface of the optical drive

For example：CRW-5224A represents the optical drive model

VGA Card

Method	Captured Screen	Procedure
1		Please right-click with the mouse in the desktop area of Windows, then click on “Properties – Settings“.For example：V9280 represents the VGA card model
2		Click on “Start” -> “Control Panel” -> “Device Manager” -> “System” -> “Display adapters” icon.
3		Please find the model name on the surface of you VGA card For example：V9980U represents the VGA card model

Wireless

Method	Captured Screen	Procedure
1		Please find the model name on the surface of your Wireless AP For example：WL-500g represents the Wireless AP model
2		Please find the model name on the surface of the Wireless Card For example：WL-107g represents the Wireless Card model
2		Please find the model name on the surface of the HSDPA Card For example：T500 represents the HSDPA Card model

General Troubleshooting for Windows Me

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:00:43 +0000

General Troubleshooting for Windows Me

What is your problem?

When I restart my PC after installing MFL Pro, the “New Hardware Wizard” appears. How do I avoid this step?

How do I successfully install MFL Pro in Windows Me?

The MFC doesn’t ring when it receives Telephone or FAX.

“No preview available” is displayed when I select Scan to Image from the Brother MFL-Pro Control Center, when running Windows Me.

When I restart my PC after installing MFL Pro, the “New Hardware Wizard” appears. How do I avoid this step?

Please follow the instruction below to avoid “New Hardware Wizard”.

1.Click “Specify the location of the driver(Advanced)”.

2.Confirm “Search for the best driver for your device.(Recommended)” is marked and remove the check mark from all other places.

3.Click “Finish”.

How do I successfully install MFL Pro in Windows Me?
(For MFC760/4300/4600/4650/6650MC/7150C/7160C/7300C/7400C/7750/8600/8700
/9100C/9200C/9600/9650/9870)

Please follow the instructions below when installing MFL Pro.

Download the patch program file from the following link.

Click here to download file
Start the MFL installation program for the MFL CD-ROM.
On the last step, Windows will ask you to restart your PC. Click “NO”!!! Do not click “Yes”.
Double click on the downloaded patch file (brme.exe).

The patch file will extract to the directory c:\WINDOWS\TEMP unless you have specified a different file.
Go to this directory and double click on SETUP.EXE.
Restart Windows when the message appears.

The MFC doesn’t ring when it receives Telephone or Fax.

Follow the instructions below.

Download the patch program file from the following link.

Click here to download file
Double click on the downloaded patch file (brme.exe).

The patch file will extract to the directory c:\WINDOWS\TEMP unless you have specified a different file.
Go to this directory and double click on SETUP.EXE.
Restart Windows when the message appears.
The machine should now receive all telephone and fax calls.

“No preview available” is displayed when I select Scan to Image from the Brother MFL-Pro Control Center, when running Windows Me.
(For MFC8600,8700,9600 Users)

To correct this problem, perform the following steps:

From MS Explorer, select “Tools” and then click on “Folder Options”.
Select the “File Types” Tab.
In “Registered File Types”, select “BMP” image and then click “Advanced”.
Select “Open” and then click “Edit”.
Click “Browse” and then select Program Files/Accessaries.
Select “MSPAINT”.
Click “Open” and then click “OK”.
Click “Close”.
Close and restart the MFL-Pro Smart Click Control Center.

HP Notebook PCs – Locate the Notebook Product Number or Model Number

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:58:05 +0000

Before you can download updated drivers, find product specifications, or order replacement parts and OS recovery discs, you must know the product number or model number for your HP or Compaq notebook PC. This product information is needed because all of the self-help computer support information on the HP web site is organized by product number and model number.

To help you understand the importance of knowing the product number, this document is organized in two sections: how to find the product number , and how to use the product number .

NOTE:

Attention: You must use the model number or the product number to locate the product information; do not use the series name that appears on the bezel or on the front of the notebook.

When you find the product and model numbers, you should cross-check the product number with the model number and record them in a convenient place so that you always have the information when it is needed to find drivers, read the user guides, or order parts.

Find the Model Number and Product Number printed on the Service Tag

The model number, product number, and serial number are printed on a service tag that is fastened to the bottom of the notebook. The service tag on PCs sold before 2005 may look slightly different but contain the required information. All of this product number and model number information – plus the serial number – is on the shipping box and the printed material you received when you purchased the computer.

Figure 1: Sample Service Tag

**Look for Service Tag on Bottom of Notebook**
Identifier	Name	Example	Description
1	Model Number (shown in area below the bar codes)	dv9095xx	The model number is unique to the hardware components, and is needed to find drivers and support content.
2	Product Number (p/n)	RQ877AS	When using the product number, enter only the letters and numbers before the # sign.
3	Product Name (Product)	HP Pavilion dv9000	The product name (also seen on the front of the notebook) is not useful in locating support information.
4	Serial Number (s/n)	CNF123456789	The unique serial number assigned to this computer is needed for warranty work and parts replacement.

NOTE:

If the service tag is no longer attached to the bottom of the notebook, use one of the other methods described in this document to locate the model number electronically.

If you contact HP to get assistance, order parts, or check warranty information, you will be asked to provide the serial number.

Find the Model Number and Product Name using the Auto-detection function on the web

If you cannot locate the Service Tag on the bottom of the notebook, and you do not have the current version of the HP Help & Support, you can go to the HP web site and use the auto-detection function to read the product information that is stored electronically on the PC. This web function supports most, but not all, models.

Open a web browser and go to the www.hp.com/support Support & Drivers page (English only).
Select your country or region. If prompted, select language.

On the Support & Drivers page, click the Start Detection button and follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE:

To use the auto-detection function, you may have to disable the pop-up blocker, and you will be prompted to download an ActiveX download utility. This auto-detection function is not currently available for Firefox users.

Allow the automatic detection feature to access your PC and display the model number information.
Record the Model Number information.
Close the browser window and then cross-check the product number with the model number .

Find the Model Number and Product Name using Help & Support

The HP Help and Support utility allows you to view the product information that is stored electronically on the computer. To find the product name, processor type, and serial number for your PC, do one or more of the following:

**Use HP Help & Support to View Product Information**
For Windows Vista – Click Start , then Help and Support , and then click System Information . The Serial Number and Product number are displayed.
For Windows XP – Click Start , then Help and Support . The Serial Number and Product number are displayed.

If the Help & Support utility does not look like these examples, you should download and install the latest version of HP Help & Support utility from the www.hp.com/go/helpandsupport web page. The default Microsoft Help & Support does not offer this function.

Cross-check the product number with the model number

When you have located the product number or the model number, you can cross-check the numbers to verify the information is correct. You can use either of these two numbers to find software, support, and parts for your computer.

Go to the HP web site and select the Support & Drivers option.
In Step 1 , select the Download drivers and software option.
In Step 2 , enter the product number that you found on the service tag, or that was returned by the auto-detection utility on the HP web site. Do not enter the model name found on the front of the computer.
Click Go to begin the search.
When the product page opens, the specific model number and a picture of the product are displayed.

Be sure to record both the product number and the model number and save them in a convenient location.

What if I am unable to find my product number or model number?

The three methods described above can be used to find the model number or product number of most of the millions of computers sold by HP and Compaq over the past 10 years. At the end of this document, there are several additional methods that can be used to find model and product information in unusual cases.

Using the Model Number or Product Number

It is important to know the model number or product number for your computer because all of the self-help support information, the user guides, and the updated drivers and BIOS are organized by product and model numbers. Unless you know the product number or model number, you will have trouble navigating through web site to find the information that is specific to your computer.

Once you know the product number (p/n) or model number, do the following to find drivers and software , and support and troubleshooting information for your computer.

Open your web browser and go to the HP Support and Drivers page.
Select your country and language options from the drop down menu.
Select either the Download drivers and software (and firmware) or the See support and troubleshooting information option.
Type the product number in the for product field.
Click the search icon to open the desired page.

You can now find product-specific information to help you keep your computer operating effectively.

What you can find using the Download Drivers and Software option

If you searched the HP web site with the product number and chose the Download drivers and software (and firmware) search option, you can review a list of all the HP drivers that are available for your computer by selecting the specific operating system. For newer computers, Vista is available in either 32-bit or 64-bit versions, depending on the model.

HP provides driver support for the operating system that shipped with the computer. If you are not using the operating system that shipped with your computer, there may not be any drivers available for the current configuration.

WARNING:

Attempting to install the BIOS or drivers for the wrong operating system may cause the computer to stop working, or work with limited functionality, and may require professional service to correct any damage.

For Vista operating systems – If you are uncertain which drivers you should update, you may use HP Health Check to keep your PC up to date automatically. To use HP Health Check:

Click Start .
Type health check in the search field, and then select HP Health Check .
Select Rescan to examine the computer software, and follow the prompts to download updated software and repair any issues.

For XP operating systems – If you are uncertain which drivers you should update, you may use the Help & Support Center to keep your PC up to date automatically. To use HP Help & Support:

Click Start , and then select Help & Support .
Select Update Software & Drivers .
Follow the prompt in Step 1 to Check for Microsoft Windows Updates .
Follow the prompt in Step 2 to Check for HP Software Updates .

What you can find using the Support and Troubleshooting option

If you searched the HP web site with the product number and chose the See support and troubleshooting information option, you can find information to help you solve common problems or locate user guides and product specifications.

Select Solve a problem to see documents on how to identify and fix common problems that have been reported by other users. You can also use the search field at the top of the page to search for any question or keywords.
Select Manuals to learn how to use the hardware and features built into your notebook.
Select Product Information for technical specifications (memory, disc size, CPU speed, etc.) and warrant information.

Using the Model Number or Product Number to order parts

Once you have the model number or the product number (p/n), do the following:

Open the browser and go to either HP PartSurfer or HP Parts Store .
Dial the phone number listed for ordering parts in your region or country.

Using the Model Number or Product Number to contact HP Technical Support

Once you have the model number or the product number (p/n), do the following:

On any HP Support & Drivers page – including this web page that you are reading – click Contact HP at the top of the page.
Select a link for the type of support you prefer (Chat online, E-mail support, Call for support, Service center or reseller) and follow the prompts.

Additional ways to find the Model Number or Product Number

The methods described at the beginning of this document can be used to find the model number or product number of most of the millions of computers sold by HP and Compaq over the past 10 years. If you were unable to locate the information, you can try one or more of the following methods that apply to specific products. If you still cannot find either the model number or product number, select the Contact HP option at the top of this web page and ask for assistance. Be sure to describe – in detail – which methods you tried and the results.

Find the Model Number using Microsoft commands

Microsoft provides the following commands to display some of the information that is stored electronically in the BIOS.

In XP click Start > Run . Type msinfo32 , and then press the enter key to open the System Information window.
In Vista click Start , type System info in the search field, and then select System Information .
Record the System Model and Product Number information.
Click File > Exit to close the System Information window.

Find the Model Number in the BIOS

Some model information that is stored in the BIOS can be displayed by opening the BIOS setup window before entering the operating system.

Turn on the computer and press and release the F10 key several times when the first screen appears to open the BIOS Setup screen.
Select Main (or File > System Information ) for a list of values.
Record the Notebook Model, Product Number, and Serial Number .
Press the F10 key, and then the enter key to exit the Setup screen. The computer will now restart.

Find the Model Number using the HP utility in Vista

If you are running the HP factory-installed Vista operating system, HP provides a utility to access all of the electronically stored model information. If you have installed a different operating system, this HP utility is not available.

With the notebook operating in Vista, on the notebook keypad, press and hold the function key and the escape key at the same time ( fn + esc ).
Press the escape key.
Record the Product Name (Model), Product Number, and Serial Number . If you are speaking to an agent for help with purchasing parts, the agent can convert the serial number to get the exact information for your PC.
Click OK to close the System Information window.

Acer Announce 1810TZ & 1810T

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:55:36 +0000

We have known about the Acer 1810T and 1810TZ models for sometime now, but Acer have now officially announced both netbooks, along with the specifications and Windows 7 operating systems.

The Acer Aspire 1810T wasn’t released in the U.S, and the Acer 1810TZ was a rumored dual core model. Now both models have been officially announced and will be available soon.

It’s not just the TZ model which has a dual core CPU, both do. Both models have an 11.6-inch LED back lit LCD with a 1366 x 768 resolution, Intel Core 2 Duo SU7300 1.3GHz dual core CULV CPU, upto 4GB of DDR2 RAM, Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, 3x USB, HDMI output, card reader, and a multi-touch pad.

Both models are more powerful than most netbooks, and the “lower end” Acer 1810T has a 320GB 5400rpm HDD and Dolby Sound Room technology. The higher end Acer 1810T features an “HD” webcam, larger 500GB hard drive, and 2nd generation Dolby Sound Room.

The Acer 1810T will start at $550, and the 1810TZ at $649. Both will be available October 22nd!

Drivers Guru

What is AC ’97?

Xerox Background

Xerox Current Products

My Printer Will Not Print In DOS

OKI LED technology

About MSI

ASUS Announce N71 and N61 as Multimedia Laptop

Where to find ASUS model name?

General Troubleshooting for Windows Me

General Troubleshooting for Windows Me

What is your problem?

Please follow the instruction below to avoid “New Hardware Wizard”.

Please follow the instructions below when installing MFL Pro.

Click here to download file

Follow the instructions below.

Click here to download file

To correct this problem, perform the following steps:

HP Notebook PCs – Locate the Notebook Product Number or Model Number

Acer Announce 1810TZ & 1810T