[Drivers] HP dv4-1XXX / dv4-21XX, Compaq CQ40 / CQ41 / CQ45 (INTEL)

[justinkw1]

Last Updated: July 25, 2011

Please note that due to the number of driver threads that need to be managed as well as the lack of support HP now provides for these notebooks, updating this thread is going to be less of a priority. However, updates for this particular thread will still occur if something very important is released.

Based on dannyres's thread and my other driver threads, I've decided to post the latest drivers that are compatible with the following notebooks using an Intel processor below. It is part of my ongoing, informal commitment to help assist those who had performed clean installs on their HP notebooks. Please let me know if you find newer drivers or other devices so I can update this post!

Compatible notebook products ("x" denotes a numeric digit):

• HP Pavilion Entertainment Notebooks
  • dv4-1xxx series (dv4t)
  • dv4-21xx series (dv4i)
  
  
• Compaq Presario Notebooks
  • CQ40-xxx series
  • CQ41-xxx series
  • CQ45-xxx series

NOTE: All of these drivers come from HP's website, Microsoft Update, and from other reputable websites (including other manufacturers). All of the drivers here are WHQL Certified or digitally signed drivers, available as of the date when this post was updated. These drivers should be compatible with the notebook series stated above, but I am not responsible for technical difficulties that can occur as a result of improper driver installation!

Following along the same lines as the other driver threads, the process of installing and updating drivers is for ADVANCED/EXPERIENCED users only. Average users can use the drivers located at the HP support portals -- they're the safest and simplest way to go in terms of drivers for your specific model. Some of these drivers may work with notebooks other than the stated brand and models, but this is NOT guaranteed. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK -- only install these drivers if you know how to revert the changes that you have made should any problems be encountered.


Intel Chipset Device Software

Important Information
To ensure that all device drivers are updated, simply execute the downloaded setup file using the -overall parameter. Example: If you saved the downloaded file as infinst911autol.exe to the root directory of C: drive, you can launch the Run command (Windows key + R) and insert "C:\infinst911autol.exe -overall" in the Open field (without the quotes). Press OK to begin the interactive installation process. Starting with Intel Chipset Device Software package version 9.2.0.1016, the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver may become overwritten with the driver that exists in the package if it is installed. Should such an instance occur, reinstall the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver afterwards.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	9.2.0.1031	23 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53501-54000/sp53918.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	9.2.0.1030	25 Apr 2011	Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP
	9.2.0.1025	27 Mar 2011	Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP

Intel Rapid Storage Technology (SATA AHCI)

Important Information
Intel Rapid Storage Technology is the new name that replaces the Intel Matrix Storage Manager. It is highly recommended that you install this even if RAID is not configured on your system. See Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST) - Product overview for more information. If you are having problems with the Interactive Setup wizard, use the INF Install method instead. This allows the driver to be installed using the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard. Once the driver is installed, you can try the Interactive Setup wizard again to ensure that the software is correctly installed.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	10.6.0.1002	28 Jun 2011		http://downloadmirror.intel.com/2018....0.1002_PV.exe
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/2018....0.1002_PV.zip
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/2018....0.1002_PV.zip
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	10.5.0.1027	14 Jun 2011		http://downloadmirror.intel.com/2007....0.1027_PV.exe
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/2007...0.5.0.1027.zip
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64			INF Install	http://downloadmirror.intel.com/2007...0.5.0.1027.zip
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	10.1.2.1004	27 Mar 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52001-52500/sp52144.exe

Intel WiFi Link

Important Information
Only for notebooks with an Intel WiFi Link or Intel WiFi/WiMAX adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain an Intel-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86	13.5.0	27 Mar 2011	Release Notes	Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows Vista x64			Release Notes	Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 7 x86			Release Notes	Driver Only, Driver + Software
Windows 7 x64			Release Notes	Driver Only, Driver + Software
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link

Broadcom Wireless LAN

Important Information
Only for notebooks with a Broadcom BCM wireless adapter! Do not install this if your notebook does not contain a Broadcom-based wireless adapter! Use the Device Manager to verify your notebook's wireless hardware. Driver versions 5.100.249.2 and 5.100.82.63 originate from and are distributed by Acer.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	5.100.82.82	25 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53501-54000/sp53663.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	5.100.82.63	15 Jun 2011		http://global-download.acer.com/GDFi...06174695200044
	5.100.249.2	18 Aug 2010		http://global-download.acer.com/GDFi...41726387750997

NVIDIA GeForce 9200M / G 103M / G 105M

Important Information
Do not install this if you have an Intel Graphics Media Accelerator or ATI/AMD graphics card! It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous versions of the NVIDIA GeForce graphics driver prior to installing the newest version. Driver packages directly originating from NVIDIA additionally include the following components and will be installed as necessary: NVIDIA HDMI Audio driver PhysX System Software Links to general discussions for these drivers on NBR are shown in the Documentation column of each release. The official NVIDIA download links provided are United States mirrors. Other mirrors may exist in your region to provide a faster download experience.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	8.17.12.7533 (275.33) 1.2.23.3 (HDMI Audio) 9.10.0514 (PhysX)	15 Jun 2011	NBR Discussion Release Notes	http://us.download.nvidia.com/Window...ional-whql.exe
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64				http://us.download.nvidia.com/Window...ional-whql.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	8.17.12.7061 (270.61) 1.2.22.1 (HDMI Audio) 9.10.0514 (PhysX)	19 Apr 2011	NBR Discussion	http://us.download.nvidia.com/Window...ional-whql.exe
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64				http://us.download.nvidia.com/Window...ional-whql.exe
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	8.17.12.6776 (267.76) 1.1.13.1 (HDMI Audio) 9.10.0514 (PhysX)	27 Mar 2011	NBR Discussion Release Notes	http://us.download.nvidia.com/Window...ional_whql.exe
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64				http://us.download.nvidia.com/Window...ional_whql.exe

ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4550

Important Information
Do not install this if you have an Intel Graphics Media Accelerator or an NVIDIA graphics card! It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous versions of the ATI graphics driver before installing the newest version. There may be newer versions of this driver available however none of them specifically support the ATI Mobility Radeon cards built into these notebooks. This is the most compatible driver currently available. This package includes the following: ATI graphics driver for Mobility Radeon HD 4550 (version mentioned below) ATI Catalyst Control Center configuration software ATI HDMI Audio driver
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	8.713.0.0	26 Apr 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp48001-48500/sp48156.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows 7 x86/x64	8.672.3.0	24 Jan 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp46501-47000/sp46734.exe

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator / Intel HD Graphics

Important Information
Do not install this if your notebook contains an ATI/AMD graphics card or NVIDIA graphics card! It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous versions of the Intel graphics driver prior to installing the newest version. In addition to the graphics driver, these packages include the following components and will be installed as necessary depending on your system configuration: Intel HDMI Audio driver Intel Control Center software Intel Turbo Boost Technology driver Driver packages originating from Intel are also provided in ZIP file format as an alterative to the executable format (as provided below).  See http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Sear...01&FamilyId=39 for details.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	8.15.10.2413 (15.17.17[.64].2413) 6.14.0.3072 (Audio)	25 Jul 2011	Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64			Release Notes, README	EXE, ZIP

IDT High Definition Audio Codec

Important Information
Although not required, it is recommended that you remove any previous versions of the driver before installing the newest version.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.10.6330.0	15 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52658.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.10.6329.0	15 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52001-52500/sp52399.exe
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.10.6327.0	08 May 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52001-52500/sp52424.exe

JMicron JMB38X Card Reader

Important Information
Visit ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/CardReader/Windows/ for the most recent updates to this device. It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous driver versions before installing the newest version.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	1.0.62.0	06 Jul 2011		ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/CardRead...00.62_WHQL.zip
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	1.0.59.2	15 Jun 2011		ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/CardRead...00.59_WHQL.zip
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	1.0.57.2	27 Mar 2011		ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/CardRead...00.57_WHQL.zip

JMicron JMB38X 1394 Filter

Important Information
Visit ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/1394/Windows/ for the most recent updates to this device. It is strongly recommended that you remove all previous driver versions before installing the newest version.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	1.0.21.0	27 Mar 2011		ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/1394/Win...00.21_WHQL.zip
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	1.0.19.0	22 Jan 2011		ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/1394/Win...00.19_WHQL.zip
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	1.00.17.1	28 Aug 2010		ftp://driver.jmicron.com.tw/1394/Win...00.17_WHQL.zip

Realtek PCIe Card Reader

Important Information
Make sure that you download the package that is applicable to the OS you are currently using.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.1.7600.82	15 Jun 2011		Realtek

Realtek PCIe Gigabit Ethernet Family Controller

Important Information
Make sure that you download the package that is applicable to the OS you are currently using. It is recommended that you uninstall all previous versions of the driver before installing the newest version. If you don't, the installation wizard will uninstall any old versions for you. You may have to relaunch the installation wizard to proceed with the actual installation of the new driver.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64	6.247	15 Apr 2011		Realtek
Windows 7 x86/x64	7.046	25 Jun 2011

LSI (Agere) High Definition Audio Modem

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook has an internal modem!
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	2.2.100.0	27 Mar 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52001-52500/sp52211.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	2.2.98.0	01 Mar 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp47001-47500/sp47185.exe
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	2.2.97.0	28 Oct 2009	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp45001-45500/sp45229.exe

ENE CIR Receiver

Important Information
It is strongly recommended that you uninstall all previous versions of the ENE CIR Receiver driver first before installing the newest version! A system restart is recommended after the installation process. Driver version 2.7.4.3 originates from and is distributed by Acer.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	2.7.4.3	18 Aug 2010		http://global-download.acer.com/GDFi...06122219404551
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	2.7.4.0	25 Sep 2009	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp44501-45000/sp44983.exe
	2.7.3.519		CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp45001-45500/sp45214.exe

HP Quick Launch Buttons

Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.50.18.1	29 Sep 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp49001-49500/sp49456.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.50.17.1	28 Jun 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp49001-49500/sp49104.exe
	6.50.16.1	15 Apr 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp48001-48500/sp48159.exe

Broadcom 2070 Bluetooth

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook contains an HP Integrated Bluetooth module or a Broadcom 2070 Bluetooth module! Use the Device Manager to verify that this is the case. It is strongly recommended that you completely uninstall all previous versions of the driver prior to installing the latest package. This is to ensure that a successful installation will result.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.3.0.8201	25 Jun 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53501-54000/sp53550.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	6.3.0.8200	08 May 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp52501-53000/sp52717.exe
	6.3.0.6300	06 Sep 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50180.exe

ALPS Pointing Device/TouchPad

Important Information
This is the most compatible driver currently available for these notebooks. Newer versions may exist and work, but they are not fully compatible with certain functions (for customization, etc).
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	7.202.1702.408		CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp45501-46000/sp45558.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64

Validity Fingerprint Reader

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook has a fingerprint reader! The current release supports the following Validity fingerprint sensors: VFS201, VFS300, VFS301, VFS421, VFS451. Remove all previous versions prior to installing the latest release. If the driver does not successfully install, use the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard instead.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	4.1.139 (package) 2.1.0.2 (driver)	15 May 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp48501-49000/sp48509.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64
	3.1.374 (package) 2.1.0.2 (driver)	12 Mar 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp47001-47500/sp47224.exe

HP SimplePass Software by DigitalPersona

Important Information
Only install this if your notebook has a fingerprint reader!
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	5.2.0.205	23 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53211.exe
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64		20 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53210.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	5.1.0.175	23 Aug 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50048.exe
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	4.11.3805	11 Oct 2009		http://d11tvxmfjhi64o.cloudfront.net/X86/Setup.exe
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64				http://d11tvxmfjhi64o.cloudfront.net/X64/Setup.exe

HP ATSC/Analog TV Tuner and HP DVB-T/Analog TV Tuner

Important Information
This TV tuner is originally made by AVerMedia. There is sometimes a newer version of the driver available on their website, however if you use that driver it will not be recognized as "HP ATSC/Analog TV Tuner" or "HP DVB-T/Analog TV Tuner." Only install this if your notebook comes with an integrated TV tuner provided by HP.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86	1.3.0.76	17 Oct 2009	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp45001-45500/sp45500.exe
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64	1.3.64.76
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86 Windows 7 x86		30 Jul 2009
Windows Vista x64 Windows 7 x64

HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor

Important Information
This driver is equivalently known as HP ProtectSmart for consumer notebooks and HP 3D DriveGuard for business notebooks. Drivers provided by the Microsoft Update Catalog must be installed using the Device Manager - Update Driver wizard. These releases do not include the additional software or control panel. Make sure you have the Intel Matrix Storage Manager or Intel Rapid Storage Technology installed first before you install this.
Current Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	4.2.2.1 (driver) 4.1.10.1 (software)	25 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53501-54000/sp53795.exe
Previous Releases
OS Support	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
Windows Vista x86/x64 Windows 7 x86/x64	4.2.2.1 (driver) 4.1.9.1 (software)	12 Jul 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp53001-53500/sp53462.exe
	4.2.1.1	15 Jun 2011		http://download.windowsupdate.com/ms...ab62a82ae3.cab

BIOS

Important Information
The BIOS images released must be flashed in a Windows environment. Only use the BIOS release that is applicable to your particular notebook model. Do NOT attempt to flash a BIOS image that is not supported or designated for your model. Doing so will render your system unusable! Be sure to carefully read the guidelines displayed by the BIOS update utility to ensure a successful flash.
Current Releases
Notebook Model	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
dv4-1xxx (dv4t) CQ40 CQ45	F.67	19 Feb 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51001-51500/sp51483.exe
dv4-21xx (dv4i) CQ41	F.0F	19 Feb 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp51501-52000/sp51636.exe
Previous Releases
Notebook Model	Version	Date Posted	Documentation	Download Link
dv4-1xxx (dv4t) CQ40 CQ45	F.66 A	11 Jun 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp48501-49000/sp48847.exe
	F.65 A	09 Mar 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp47501-48000/sp47543.exe
dv4-21xx (dv4i) CQ41	F.0E	19 Jan 2011	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp50001-50500/sp50392.exe
	F.0C	19 Apr 2010	CVA, HTML	ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp48001-48500/sp48237.exe

HP Notebook Software

For access to recommended software such as MediaSmart, LightScribe System Software, and UEFI utilities: visit the Popular HP Notebook Software thread.

[OldMajorDave]

Good Work! A DV4t drivers page in a welcome addition. Just wondering though about the BIOS F.30. I know that F.30 is the one that's "currently" posted at HP but they've also posted up a F.40 and a F.42. The newer BIOS posts at HP were posted... removed....re-posted.... and now have been removed and replaced with F.30 again (a second time). So what's up with that ??

I'm currently running F.42 on a CTO DV4t and it works perfectly... any thoughts.

[justinkw1]

Originally Posted by OldMajorDave

Good Work! A DV4t drivers page in a welcome addition. Just wondering though about the BIOS F.30. I know that F.30 is the one that's "currently" posted at HP but they've also posted up a F.40 and a F.42. The newer BIOS posts at HP were posted... removed....re-posted.... and now have been removed and replaced with F.30 again (a second time). So what's up with that ??

I'm currently running F.42 on a CTO DV4t and it works perfectly... any thoughts.

What is the Softpaq number to this BIOS version? I'll try to see if I can find it.

[Theintoxicatedmofo]

justin..THANK YOU
you have answered my prayers because i installed the W7 rc client but several hardware didnt work or wasnt recognized on my DV4 so i removed it because of this...now thanks to you i can go back to W7 with a full working unit...MUCHOS gracias

[Soviet Spartan]

Now if we can all work together on getting the DV4T-1400 to run windows xp, we will be good to go.

[OldMajorDave]

Originally Posted by justinkw1

What is the Softpaq number to this BIOS version? I'll try to see if I can find it.

Here was the original HP softpaq link.
ftp://ftp.hp.com/pub/softpaq/sp43501-44000/sp43868.exe

I only have BIOS F.34 & F.42 saved to disk. The release notes for F.42 are:

- Adds support for Windows Vista Operating Systems with Service Pack 2.
- Adds support for future Microsoft Windows Operating Systems.
- Updates the Intel Memory Reference Code to version 2.7.

I wish when they pulled stunts like posting a BIOS for all to download and then pull it within a couple of days, they’d at least let folks know why . ….and they’ve actually done this twice with this BIOS. Not so good.

[0.0]

Nice post justinkw1, if you are going to include the CQ45, which isn't that popular, you might want to consider the CQ40 (intel) too.

Dave, I read version F.34 was taken down by HP USA because of bugs causing 'black screens', whether that meant generally bad flashes or video problems I don't know, nor could I confirm the source. If it's taken down then I guess that can be taken as a bad sign but I would think for those that successfully flashed they should be okay otherwise you'd expect HP to issue some sort of warning / reflash advise. If you have F.42 and an eSata drive, can you check if it's selectable as a bootable drive in the BIOS. It use to be but the option seemed to be removed when F.22 came out.

[ace_neo]

Thanks..But please excuse me from being off topic.

I have dv4 1242tx and there is problem with fan noise. When i charge the laptop the fan spins at full speed even when i am not doing high cpu activity for long period of time creating noise. Also I disabled fan always enabled option in bois F.30 even then it creates noise. Laptop is working fine no issues but this annoying fan noise is killing me...Any body can guide me or is this issue of dv4. I also went to HP service center but they say it normally for fan to speedup during charging.

[OldMajorDave]

0.0…I’m not absolutely positive, but I seem to remember there was an issue with F.24 and bad BIOS flashes…. as opposed to F.34. The reason I say that is because when our unit was delivered during the holidays last year it came with F.24 and F.22 was the current post at HP and what most folks had installed. A couple of weeks later, F.24 was posted and some users had problems with the flash and bricked their new units. Perhaps F.34 also had problems too though?

Anyway, when F.30 was initially put up it was also taken down within a few days. It was then put up again. F.42 seems to run fine. The unit runs very cool with the fan set to always on in the BIOS, there is only a 3 or 4 sec. fan whirl-up at BOOT and then it’s quiet, and everything is working as advertised. Therefore, I think there’s probably no reason to go back and sooner or later F.4x will likely show up anyway.

If Justin or anyone wants to post the F.42 somewhere, let me know and I’ll send it along. If not…. that’s OK too… I understand…. beta BIOS perhaps? F.42 also has no specific option to BOOT from eSATA unless the device needs to be attached for detection. If that’s the case, I can’t check it for you because I don’t own an external eSATA drive. (yet)

Ace. You could try F.42 and see if that helps.

[justinkw1]

Originally Posted by 0.0

Nice post justinkw1, if you are going to include the CQ45, which isn't that popular, you might want to consider the CQ40 (intel) too.

I am seriously considering about extending the list to include the Intel-based CQ40 series. Virtually everything is similar in terms of components -- even the BIOS is the same! I will have to modify the post slightly however to include it, although that will be quick to do.

Originally Posted by OldMajorDave

0.0…I’m not absolutely positive, but I seem to remember there was an issue with F.24 and bad BIOS flashes…. as opposed to F.34. The reason I say that is because when our unit was delivered during the holidays last year it came with F.24 and F.22 was the current post at HP and what most folks had installed. A couple of weeks later, F.24 was posted and some users had problems with the flash and bricked their new units. Perhaps F.34 also had problems too though?

Anyway, when F.30 was initially put up it was also taken down within a few days. It was then put up again. F.42 seems to run fine. The unit runs very cool with the fan set to always on in the BIOS, there is only a 3 or 4 sec. fan whirl-up at BOOT and then it’s quiet, and everything is working as advertised. Therefore, I think there’s probably no reason to go back and sooner or later F.4x will likely show up anyway.

If Justin or anyone wants to post the F.42 somewhere, let me know and I’ll send it along. If not…. that’s OK too… I understand…. beta BIOS perhaps? F.42 also has no specific option to BOOT from eSATA unless the device needs to be attached for detection. If that’s the case, I can’t check it for you because I don’t own an external eSATA drive. (yet)

As of right now, I think the F.30 BIOS will stay on the original post. However, if you do want to post the F.42 BIOS somewhere, you can post a link to those who may want it (I might mention your to-be post in the original post since it is technically not from the official source, but is still relevant).

Now, another question I would like to ask everyone: should I post the HP QuickPlay/DVD Play link? I realized Compaq owners don't use MediaSmart, but rather use HP DVD Play instead.